LAHORE – Punjab Police have arrested 45,868 drug dealers in 79,531 raids conducted across the province so far this year, recovering more than 34,000 kilograms of narcotics as part of an intensified crackdown on drug trafficking.
According to a police spokesperson, the seized drugs include 27,400 kg of charas, 2,507 kg of heroin, 1,628 kg of ice, and 2,555 kg of opium. In addition, 613,753 liters of liquor were also recovered from the arrested individuals, reported Urdu Point.
In Lahore alone, police arrested 9,531 drug dealers and recovered 4,507 kg of charas, 511 kg of heroin, 928 kg of ice, 288 kg of opium, and 53,507 liters of liquor.
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dr. Usman Anwar directed all officers to further intensify special operations and ensure that those involved in the drug supply chain are brought to justice. He emphasized the need for strict legal action and exemplary punishment to curb drug trafficking in the province.
