12 arrested with guns, tramadol and suspected Indian Hemp in Northern Region

The Northern Regional Police Command has arrested 12 persons over their alleged involvement in illicit drug use and possession of firearms, following an operation that led to the retrieval of three guns and suspected narcotic substances.

Items retrieved from the suspects include two locally manufactured pistols, one pump-action gun, six sachets of Tramadol 250mg and 25 wraps of suspected Indian hemp.

The arrests form part of police efforts to clamp down on illicit drug-related activities and the unlawful possession of firearms in the region.

The suspects, together with the retrieved items, have since been handed over to the Regional Criminal Investigations Department (CID) and the Drug Law Enforcement Unit for further investigations.

Police are expected to conduct further inquiries to establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged offences and determine the next course of action.

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