Drug Raid in Fethiye: 5 Kilograms of Marijuana Seized
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During a drug raid conducted by teams from the Muğla Provincial Police Department in Fethiye, a large quantity of narcotics and equipment used in drug production were seized at a rented villa. Of the two suspects taken into custody during the operation, one was arrested, while the other was released after legal proceedings.
As part of joint efforts by the Provincial Police Department’s Intelligence Branch and the Narcotics Crime Investigation Branch to prevent drug trafficking, an operation was carried out at a rented villa identified as a site for growing narcotics.
During searches of the villa,
- 5 kilograms 412 grams of marijuana,
- 18 cannabis plants,
- and climate control equipment used for growing Indian hemp were seized.
Criminal proceedings were initiated against the two suspects detained during the operation on charges of “Manufacture and Trafficking of Narcotic or Psychotropic Substances” and “Unauthorized Cultivation of Cannabis.” After undergoing procedures at the police station, one of the suspects was remanded in custody by the court and sent to prison, while the other suspect was released.
Authorities stated that operations targeting drug trafficking and production will continue with determination throughout the city.
