Swoop On Kg Ayer For Drugs
By Lyna Mohammad

Bandar Seri Begawan - The government machinery continues to spread awareness on the dangers of drug abuse but it remains a concern for authorities as many refuse to heed their advice.

Kampong Ayer has always been one of the drug hotspots in the country.

To ensure that the famed water village and its surroundings are not turned into a nest for drug abuse activities, a team of 79 law enforcers from the Narcotics Control Bureau conducted an operation last week, the second such exercise in two weeks.

Two operations in two weeks in the same area just shows how serious the NCB is in trying to rid the country of drug abusers and pushers. Both the operations were conducted following complaints made by the public.

The bureau said it has been able to identify areas believed to be still active in drug abuse activities. The bureau said it would continue to carry out surveillance and simultaneously promote awareness among the public on the dangers of abusing drugs.

The operation began at 3.30pm and continued until l am.

Nine locals, including a woman, suspected of their involvement in drug abuse activities, were taken to the NCB headquarters for questioning. The suspects are in the age group of 19 to 38 years.

Four of the suspects were later released after their urine samples tested negative for drugs. The other five tested positive for drugs and have been detained for further investigation.

The bureau asked the public to continue to extend their support and cooperation in providing information and assistance to the bureau to help the country free of drugs.

Any drug abuse related information can be passed on to the bureau by calling 2448877 during office hours and 8777444 after office hours.  -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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