Kelantan Police Arrest Drug Addicts
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Kelantan police chiefs in Malaysia must arrest at least one drug addict daily as part of a new anti-drug strategy. This initiative aims to combat rising drug addiction rates in the state.
Kelantan Police Chiefs Must Arrest Daily Drug Addicts
In a significant shift to combat drug-related issues, all 56 police station chiefs across Kelantan, Malaysia, are now mandated to arrest at least one drug addict each day. This new directive is part of a strategic plan to intensify efforts against drug abuse and distribution, which commenced on July 15. Kelantan State Police Chief, Datuk Mohd. Yusoff Mamat, stated that this focused strategy is des…
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