ZRP Busts Drug Syndicate, Arrests 11 Suspects

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested 11 suspects believed to be part of a drug trafficking syndicate after intercepting a large consignment of illegal substances.

According to police, the suspects, who include both men and women, were arrested while travelling from Beitbridge carrying approximately 200 kilogrammes of dagga and other illicit substances.

The drugs had been cleverly packaged to resemble blankets in an attempt to evade detection at security checkpoints. However, police managed to intercept the suspects during an operation that led to the seizure of the contraband.

In addition to the dagga, officers also confiscated a quantity of unregistered medicines that were found in the possession of the suspects.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has reiterated that it remains committed to fighting drug trafficking and substance abuse across the country. Authorities warned that there will be no going back in the crackdown on drug-related crimes.

Police also cautioned members of the public against engaging in the illegal production, transportation and distribution of drugs, stressing that offenders will be arrested and brought before the courts.