Large Network of Drug Laboratories Liquidated in Kazakhstan
Police in Kazakhstan have successfully conducted a large-scale operation to dismantle a network of drug laboratories in four regions of the country.
As a result of a large-scale operation carried out by the police of Kazakhstan, a network of drug laboratories operating in four regions of the country was dismantled. Criminal groups involved in the production and distribution of synthetic drugs were unmasked and neutralised.
Ust-Kamenogorsk: First successful operation
In May, a local resident was detained in Ust-Kamenogorsk for organising the production of synthetic drugs under the cover of a furniture business. During the detention, 1.5kg of finished drugs, 1.5 tonnes of precursors, as well as laboratory and packaging equipment were seized from him.
Expanding the Investigation: Traces Lead to Other Regions
After investigating the detainee's contacts, police identified links to similar laboratories in Kostanai, Petropavlovsk and Almaty Oblast. Police tracked the suspects' movements and schedules, allowing for synchronised arrests across the country.
Simultaneous Operations: Successful Apprehensions
Due to coordination, the operation took place simultaneously in different regions:
Rudnyi city: Two people were detained who had organised a laboratory in the bathhouse of a rented house. More than 300 grammes of finished drugs, chemicals, protective suits and equipment were seized. Drugs packaged for sale were found in their cars.
Almaty region: Two persons involved in the production of mephedrone were detained. Drugs at the last stage of manufacture, precursors and equipment were seized. The detainees provided information on ten large drug pawns with a total weight of over 3kg.
Results of the Operation: Strike on Drug Crime
Thanks to the prompt actions of the Kazakhstani police, a large network of drug laboratories was dismantled. The seized drugs and equipment prevented a significant amount of synthetic drugs from reaching the market, which was an important step in combating drug-related crime and strengthening public safety.
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