In a significant operation on Monday, police uncovered over 2,000 marijuana plants across two sites in the remote Malua Range in the Navosa district of Nasikawa. This raid is part of the ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to combat drug cultivation, which includes both marijuana and harder substances.
Officers from the Western Division Serious Organised Crime Intelligence Department (SOCID) executed the operation following intelligence reports concerning illegal marijuana farms in the area. The challenging terrain necessitated a dedicated team that spent a night in the highlands to successfully locate and uproot the plantations.
At the first site, authorities removed more than 1,800 plants, while another 900 plants were eradicated from a second location. The sizes of these marijuana plants varied significantly, ranging from 10 cm to 2.5 meters.
Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations (ACP) Livai Driu underscored the importance of this operation in disrupting the drug supply chain and noted that recent efforts have been concentrated on dismantling networks engaged in the cultivation and distribution of illegal drugs. He also commended the public’s involvement in providing vital information, which led to these discoveries and several arrests.
ACP Driu encouraged individuals to report any tips related to drug activities, assuring that all information will be treated confidentially.
This proactive approach could lead to a safer community and a decline in drug-related issues, highlighting how public engagement and strong law enforcement can work hand in hand to combat drug cultivation.
For anyone wishing to contribute information, they can contact Crime Stoppers at 919 or the SOCID at 3370012, as well as other designated police command centers.
Overall, this operation illustrates the determination of law enforcement to tackle drug cultivation effectively and encourages community collaboration in the fight against illegal drugs.
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