Baku: A large quantity of narcotic substances has been prevented from being smuggled into Azerbaijan.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the Press Center of the State Border Service reported that the interception was part of efforts to ensure the reliable protection of the state border and tackle smuggling and the illegal circulation of narcotics.
The State Border Service’s ‘Horadiz’ border detachment, under the Command of the State Border Troops, successfully carried out border search and operational measures. These operations took place on May 1 and May 2, resulting in the interception of 16 kilograms and 550 grams, and 8 kilograms and 118 grams of marijuana, respectively. The narcotics were intended for smuggling from the Islamic Republic of Iran into Azerbaijan.
Operational-investigative measures regarding the case are currently ongoing.