Karoi law enforcement officers recently conducted a significant operation targeting dr_g peddling in the Chikangwe and Chiedza suburbs, resulting in the arr3st of eleven individuals suspected of involvement in the illicit dr_g trade.
Among those apprehended were Tinashe Rapi (29), Watch Mwenyani (40), Evans Musendami (26), Cortney Chinyandura (30), Isaac Dhina (26), Omega Kundishora (32), Osley Musa, Bonface Makanyaire (34), Tanatswa Masamba (24), Advance Chisanya (27), and Tawanda Charapukira (18).
The diverse age range of those arr3sted—spanning from 18 to 40 years—highlights a concerning trend of dr_g involvement among younger demographics in the region.
During the operation, police recovered a substantial cache of illicit substances, including 35 sachets of Crystal Meth, a powerful and addictive stimulant, alongside Trimethoprim and Sulfamethoxazole 400 mg tablets, commonly associated with misuse due to their potential psychoactive effects.
Additionally, officers seized three makeshift smoking barrels, further indicating the seriousness of the dr_g trade in the area.
Local authorities have expressed their commitment to tackling the dr_g crisis affecting communities, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance and proactive measures to stem the flow of illegal substances.
The captured individuals are expected to face charges related to dr_g possession and distribution, pending further investigations.
SOURCE : NEWSREPORTZIM.COM