Police seize 10 million amphetamine pills in northern Laos


Illustrative photo showing two bags of crystal meth. - Photo: AP file

VIENTIANE: Lao police in northern Bokeo Province seized 10 million amphetamine pills hidden in a vehicle travelling from Tonpheung district toward Houayxay district.

The case was detected on May 10 in Bokeo province, some 350 km northwest of the Lao capital, Vientiane. 

A search of the vehicle revealed 50 bags containing 10 million amphetamine pills, Lao National Radio reported on Thursday (May 15).

Police investigating the case are trying to determine the source of the drugs and identify relevant individuals.

In 2025, the Lao government will continue to work with relevant departments at all levels to intensify measures to crack down on the drug trade and eliminate drug abuse in the country. - Xinhua

 

 

 

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