MUSCAT: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has announced the arrest of a Pakistani national on charges related to the possession of banned narcotic substances. The arrest took place during a targeted security operation aimed at curbing drug-related activities within the Sultanate. Authorities confirmed that the suspect was found in possession of a quantity of illegal drugs during a routine inspection in one of the governorates.
According to the ROP, the individual was apprehended as part of ongoing efforts to monitor and dismantle drug trafficking and possession networks. The police emphasized that the successful arrest was the result of thorough investigative procedures and interdepartmental coordination that enabled the authorities to identify and detain the suspect promptly.
Investigations are ongoing to determine the extent of the suspect’s involvement in drug-related crimes and whether he was part of a broader distribution network. The ROP reiterated its commitment to protecting society from the harmful effects of drugs, urging the public to cooperate by reporting any suspicious activities or individuals to law enforcement agencies.
The Royal Oman Police reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy towards drug crimes and assured that legal proceedings against the suspect are underway. The arrested individual is currently in custody, and the case has been referred to the Public Prosecution for further investigation and trial in accordance with Omani law.
