Police in Sharjah have foiled an attempt to smuggle more than 215 kg of drugs into the country through a boat.
The illegal substances (crystal meth, heroin and opium) worth AED 35 million were found hidden under the wooden vessel's deck.
Following a tip off, the anti-narcotics team laid a trap to raid the dhow on its arrival at one of the ports last week.
The operation code-named 'Poisoned Rope' was carried out in coordination with the Critical Infrastructure and Coastal Protection Authority (CICPA) and the Federal General Directorate of Narcotics Control.
A gang of six men were arrested and referred to the higher authorities for further legal action.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan awards Arab Hope Makers
Abu Dhabi identifies over 40 modern heritage sites
Distribution of aid from UAE's Saqr Humanitarian Ship begins in Gaza
Dubai to expand bus and taxi lanes as public transport ridership grows by 7.4%
Emir of Qatar welcomed by UAE President on visit to Abu Dhabi
