By Jones Gadama
In a crackdown on illicit drug trafficking, police in Salima have arrested three men for allegedly being found in possession of cannabis sativa without permits. The arrests were made last night near Mlamba Filling Station along the Salima-Balaka road, where officers had mounted an ad-hoc roadblock.
According to Salima Police public relations officer Rabecca Ndiwate, the three suspects were arrested separately after officers discovered they were in possession of the illicit drug.
The first suspect, Mickson Thomson, 37, was apprehended after officers searched the vehicle he was traveling in and found a sack bag containing cannabis sativa.
Two other suspects, Mathews Mafuta, 40, and Happy Chiumia, 27, were also arrested after attempting to transport the same illicit drug using motorcycles. Ndiwate said the suspects will appear before court to answer charges leveled against them.
The arrests bring to light the ongoing efforts by the Malawi Police Service to combat drug trafficking and abuse in the country.
The police force has been working tirelessly to disrupt the supply chain of illicit drugs and bring perpetrators to justice.
Cannabis sativa is a controlled substance in Malawi, and possession or trafficking of the drug is a serious offence. Those found guilty of possession or trafficking can face severe penalties, including imprisonment.
The Malawi Police Service has been intensifying its efforts to combat drug trafficking and abuse, with a focus on disrupting the supply chain and bringing perpetrators to justice.
The service has also been working with other stakeholders, including government agencies and civil society organizations, to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and trafficking.
The arrests in Salima are a testament to the police’s commitment to keeping communities safe and secure. The police force is urging citizens to report any suspicious activity or information about drug trafficking to the authorities.
The three suspects will face charges related to possession of cannabis sativa without permits.
The case will proceed in court, where the suspects will have the opportunity to defend themselves against the charges.
The outcome of the case will be closely watched, as it has implications for the fight against drug trafficking and abuse in Malawi. If convicted, the suspects could face significant penalties, including imprisonment.
The Malawi Police Service’s efforts to combat drug trafficking and abuse are crucial in promoting public safety and security.
The service’s work in disrupting the supply chain of illicit drugs and bringing perpetrators to justice is essential in protecting communities from the harm caused by drug abuse.
The arrests of the three men in Salima for possession of cannabis sativa without permits highlight the ongoing efforts by the Malawi Police Service to combat drug trafficking and abuse.
The police force’s commitment to keeping communities safe and secure is evident in its tireless efforts to disrupt the supply chain of illicit drugs and bring perpetrators to justice.
The case will proceed in court, where the suspects will face charges related to possession of cannabis sativa without permits.
