Iran Law Enforcement Command reports crime reductions during Law Enforcement Week

During Law Enforcement Week in Iran, officials highlighted the role of the police in maintaining national security and reported significant crime reduction statistics. The acting head of the Ministry of Defense issued a message praising the Law Enforcement Command for its sacrifices and its role in protecting the country from various threats, including smugglers and economic corruptors.

In West Tehran, Police Commander Mohammad Reza Alizadeh reported a 54 percent decrease in violent thefts and a 10 percent drop in overall thefts over the past year. Regarding narcotics, authorities stated they dismantled 40 major drug trafficking gangs, arrested 301 large-scale traffickers, and seized 863 kilograms of various substances, marking an 86 percent increase in seizures compared to the previous year.

Additionally, law enforcement efforts in the region led to the arrest of 5,566 individuals for carrying cold weapons and a 45 percent reduction in mass brawls. In Kurdistan, Brigadier General Amir Jaber Abadzardashti emphasized the importance of the police in providing continuous service and maintaining public order through cooperation between armed forces and relevant agencies.