SECURITY — June 13, 2026

Security forces prevent smuggling of over two tons of medicine in Nimroz

Two thousand one hundred fifty-nine kilograms of human medicine were seized from a Mazda vehicle originating from Pakistan. One suspect was arrested and will face legal proceedings.

The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Bakhtar News2 min read

Security forces prevent smuggling of over two tons of medicine in Nimroz
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Security forces in Nimroz province have successfully prevented the smuggling of a large shipment of medicine. The operation was conducted on the Zaranj-Delaram highway in Khashrod district.

The smuggled items consisted of human medicine weighing two thousand one hundred fifty-nine kilograms. This quantity was loaded into a Mazda vehicle that had come from Pakistan. The destination of the medicine was within Nimroz province.

During the interception, security personnel arrested one suspect who was involved in the transportation. The arrested individual will be transferred to the appropriate legal authorities for further action.

The details of the seizure were confirmed by Maulvi Gul Mohammad Qudrat. He is the spokesman for the Nimroz Police Command. He indicated that the forces are dedicated to ongoing operations against smuggling.

These efforts include regular patrols and checks to stop the illegal movement of goods and medicines. The province continues to see such preventive measures being implemented by the security apparatus. The focus remains on maintaining control over smuggling routes in the area.

Read the original reporting at Bakhtar News

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