Prevention of smuggling of up to 125 kilograms of narcotics into the country

In the service area of the “Göytəpə” border detachment of the State Border Service’s Border Troops, a total of 124 kilograms 965 grams of narcotic substances were seized from being smuggled into the country. The prohibited substances brought illegally from sources located in Iran were identified as a result of operational-search measures carried out. As part of the fight against illegal trafficking, 75 kilograms 515 grams were confiscated on October 11, and 49 kilograms 450 grams on October 12.

Postxronika.az reports, citing the State Border Service, that investigative and operational measures in connection with the facts are continuing without interruption in the necessary direction. The alert service and professional work of the border guards have prevented large quantities of harmful substances from entering the country’s territory. Reliable protection of state borders and the implementation of adequate measures against smuggling are kept under control.

A resolute fight against illegal trafficking of narcotics serves to protect the health of society and young people. Security measures implemented by the relevant agencies ensure the exposure of smuggling networks. Border control by the State Border Service is carried out under a strengthened regime along the border.