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Santiago. – A large-scale operation against micro-trafficking carried out by agents of the National Drug Control Directorate (DNCD) and members of the Public Ministry resulted in the arrest of 28 people and the seizure of more than 8.7 kilograms of various narcotic substances in several sectors of the Santiago province.
n” “nThe interventions were carried out as part of the joint strategies to combat drug trafficking and distribution executed by the authorities in different parts of the country, especially in communities identified as high-incidence areas for micro-trafficking.
n” “nDuring the operations, the acting units carried out raids and multiple simultaneous interventions in neighborhoods and sectors of the province, managing to dismantle several points of sale and distribution of controlled substances.
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n” “nMore than 8.7 kilos of drugs seized
n” “nAccording to the preliminary report from the authorities, more than 8.7 kilograms of narcotics were seized during the operations, including alleged cocaine, marijuana, crack, and other illicit substances.
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In addition to the drugs, the agents seized scales, cash, communication equipment, and other items allegedly used for the distribution and commercialization of narcotics.
n” “nThe evidence was sent to the National Institute of Forensic Sciences (Inacif) to determine the exact weight and composition of the seized substances.
n” “nOperational in various sectors
n” “nThe interventions were concentrated in different communities and sectors of Santiago identified by the authorities as operation points for networks dedicated to micro-trafficking.
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The operations included raids coordinated by prosecutors, as well as intelligence and surveillance actions that allowed for the location of the places where the narcotic substances were allegedly stored and distributed.
n” “nThe authorities indicated that these actions are part of a permanent offensive to combat the sale and distribution of drugs in the northern region of the country.
n” “nThose arrested will be brought to justice
n” “nThe 28 detained individuals will be placed at the disposal of the Public Prosecutor’s Office for the corresponding purposes due to alleged violations of Law 50-88 on Drugs and Controlled Substances.
n” “nThe DNCD reported that investigations are ongoing and that new arrests linked to the micro-trafficking networks intervened during the operations are not ruled out.
n” “nStrengthening the fight against micro-trafficking
n” “nThe authorities highlighted that these operations are part of the work of the Joint Task Force and the efforts aimed at reducing the presence of drugs in the country’s neighborhoods and communities.
n” “nThe DNCD and the Public Ministry reiterated their commitment to continue developing targeted actions to dismantle structures dedicated to drug trafficking and strengthen citizen security in Santiago and other provinces of the national territory.
