Dubai reports major success in combatting drug crimes

Supplied

A total of 238 kg of drugs and 6 million narcotic pills were confiscated by Dubai Police in the first quarter of this year.

This accounted for 36 per cent of the total amount of drugs seized nationwide during the three-month period.

During Q1, the General Department of Anti-Narcotics at Dubai Police reported significant success in combatting drug-related crimes, apprehending 47 per cent of suspects arrested in the country.

The figures were revealed during a review meeting of the Department, which also blocked  208 social media accounts for promoting drugs.

The authority said it shared 65 vital pieces of information with various countries in the first quarter of this year, which led to the arrest of 65 suspects and the confiscation of 842 kg of narcotic substances.

Col. Abdullah Al Khayat, Director of Hemaya International Centre added that 24,204 people from various nationalities benefitted from the force's student and community programmes in Q1 2023, while over six million individuals benefitted from various awareness campaigns.

More from Local

Coming Up on Dubai Eye

  • Afternoons with Helen Farmer

    1:00pm - 4:00pm

    Every weekday afternoon, Helen Farmer will help you to navigate the highs and lows of life in the UAE. Stay up to date with what’s happening and where to go.

  • The Debrief

    4:00pm - 7:00pm

    Join Dane on Dubai Eye 103.8 for The Debrief from 4pm to 7pm, the perfect way to unwind after a busy day at the office.

BUSINESS BREAKFAST LATEST

On Dubai Eye

  • Is There Sufficient House Supply In UAE

    Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?

  • Noon's First Female Delivery Driver

    Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon’s first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!