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Drug advertisement raid conducted in Bishkek's Leninsky district

From 24.kg · () Russian

Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Bishkek police conducted a raid in the Leninsky district targeting drug advertisements.
  • Officers discovered graffiti with links to illegal drug sales and covered them with paint.
  • Authorities reminded citizens that drug trafficking and advertising are illegal and urged them to report suspicious activity.

Law enforcement in Bishkek's Leninsky district has intensified efforts to combat the spread of narcotics by targeting advertisements for illegal substances. During a recent operation, police identified and subsequently covered numerous graffiti markings that contained links to online resources and contact information associated with illicit drug sales.

The raid aimed to prevent the further dissemination of illegal drug promotion. All discovered inscriptions promoting drug sales were immediately painted over using specialized materials to ensure their removal.

Officials from the Leninsky District Department of Internal Affairs emphasized that the Kyrgyz Republic's legislation strictly prohibits the illegal circulation, distribution, advertising, and promotion of narcotic and psychotropic substances. They warned that individuals involved in such activities face legal consequences.

The police are urging the public to remain vigilant and to promptly report any instances of illegal drug activity or the discovery of similar advertising graffiti to the authorities. This proactive approach seeks to involve citizens in maintaining community safety and preventing drug-related crime.

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Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.