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Nationwide crackdown: 112 kg of drugs seized, over 200 criminal cases filed
Law enforcement agencies conducted 653 special operations on February 3-4 as part of the first phase of the nationwide crackdown "Qoradori", led by the State Security Service and the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Over two days, authorities carried out raids targeting the illegal distribution of narcotics and potent substances, as well as the activities of criminal groups, seizing a large quantity of drugs, firearms, and bladed weapons.
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As a result, authorities confiscated 112 kg 257 g of narcotic substances, including heroin, opium, hashish, and synthetic drugs, along with 8,601 units of potent medications.
Law enforcement also seized $287,460 and 569 million UZS in illicit drug trade proceeds as material evidence.
A total of 222 criminal cases were initiated, leading to the prosecution of 228 individuals, while an additional 64 people faced administrative penalties. Authorities also detained 47 wanted individuals and conducted preventive conversations with 357 citizens, officially warning 231 of them.
Additionally, during the large-scale operation, law enforcement confiscated 175 knives, 58 bats, 24 brass knuckles, and 77 firearms.
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