Illegal Resident Arrested with 16 Kilograms of Shabu

  • 04/04/2025

The Ministry of Interior announced the arrest of an illegal resident in possession of 16 kilograms of the narcotic substance shabu, with an estimated street value of over 250,000 dinars.

Authorities stated that the arrest was the result of intensified search and investigation efforts targeting drug smugglers and dealers. After confirming his involvement in drug trafficking, law enforcement officers arranged a controlled operation, during which the suspect was caught red-handed with the illegal substances. Investigations revealed that he had a history of narcotics trafficking and had recently been released from central prison.

Upon questioning, the suspect admitted that the seized drugs belonged to him and were intended for sale. He was referred, along with the confiscated substances, to the relevant authorities for legal proceedings.

The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed its commitment to ongoing security operations aimed at cracking down on drug dealers and traffickers to prevent the spread of narcotics and safeguard society from their harmful effects.

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