Oman: Two arrested for possessing more than 20kg of drugs

Two individuals were arrested for possession of more than 20kg of drugs in Oman, authorities said on Tuesday.

The General Directorate for Combating Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances at Royal Oman Police said that the two — an Egyptian and a Sudanese — were apprehended for possessing more than 20kg of crystal methamphetamine and hashish.

Recommended For You

ChatGPT app integrations: How to connect Spotify, Canva and other apps

War jitters wipe $240 billion wealth off India markets

XCath secures $30m to improve global outcomes in neurovascular care

‘Grateful for the UAE’: Former Australian cricketer and Dubai resident Brett Lee prays for peace

UAE issues silver commemorative coin on occasion of Emirati Children’s Day

 

The arrests were made in the Wilayat of Al Amerat, Muscat Governorate, as part of intensified efforts to curb the growing threat of drug trafficking in the Sultanate.

Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.

Investigations into the case are currently ongoing, with further actions expected to follow.

Oman has been stepping up its crackdown on narcotics in recent years, focusing on intercepting drug smuggling networks and dismantling distribution channels.

• Oman

Written by

Khaleej Times Staff