Hadramaut Coast authorities arrest two drug traffickers in Mukalla

The Hadramaut Coast Drug Control Department has arrested two individuals for drug trafficking in the Fuwah area, west of Mukalla. The operation was conducted following security surveillance and investigations.

Upon obtaining search warrants from the competent prosecution, authorities inspected the suspects' residences. Officers discovered approximately 334 grams of hashish and methamphetamine (shabu), along with various pills and tools used for drug promotion and consumption.

Lieutenant Ahmed Abdelmonem Al-Khalaqi and Brigadier General Abdullah Ahmed Lahmadi confirmed that the operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat drug smuggling and protect the community, particularly the youth, from narcotics.