Abu Dhabi police detain man with 3 kg heroin

Abu Dhabi July 29 (IANS/WAM) Abu Dhabi police have successfully arrested a drug dealer of Asian origin in possession of three kg heroin.

The drug dealer was arrested during "Operation Falcon Eye". Colonel Taher Ghareeb Al Dhaheri Director of Abu Dhabi police s Drug Control Department said that they had information about the man trying to sell heroin capsules in the United Arab Emirates s capital the news report said on Saturday.

The drug dealer s residence was also searched where the remaining narcotics were found said the police. Al Dhaheri called on people to communicate through official channels provided by Abu Dhabi Police to deal with any promotion smuggling transfer or use of drugs.

He said timely reporting of such incidents can help police take timely measures necessary to ensure the safety and security of society.

--IANS/WAM
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