Oman crime: Man held for drug smuggling

Energy Thursday 23/February/2017 11:39 AM
By: Times News Service
Oman crime: Man held for drug smuggling

Muscat: An Asian man was arrested for attempting to smuggle mind-altering pills, the ROP announced.

The ROP department of Narcotics Control has arrested an Asian man for attempting to smuggle psychotropic tablets. The accused was caught attempting to enter the Sultanate through Muscat International Airport, and was referred to public prosecution to complete legal procedures.

The ROP appreciates the contributions of citizens and residents in order to provide information to assist in the fight against drugs. Any drug related activities should be reported by contacting the hotline (1444), or through Emergency (9999).