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Over 54 kg of heroin seized in southeastern Turkey

Police in Hakkari province also arrest 1 person in relation to drug bust

Sayim Harmanci  | 08.01.2021 - Update : 08.01.2021
Over 54 kg of heroin seized in southeastern Turkey

HAKKARI, Turkey

Police in southeastern Turkey captured more than 54 kilograms (119 pounds) of heroin, local authorities said on Friday.

Drug was discovered in a suspicious vehicle that was stopped at police check-point at the Yuksekova district of Hakkari province, said a statement by the local governor’s office.

The driver of the car was arrested, the statement added.

*Writing by Ahmet Gencturk


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