Chlef Operation Destroys Over 10 Tonnes of Drugs, Millions of Psychotropics
Algeria's security services have incinerated nearly 9.8 tonnes of kif, over one tonne of hard drugs, and 33.5 million psychotropic units in its sixth national anti-drug operation. This comprehensive effort highlights the country's ongoing commitment to combating drug trafficking.
The sixth national operation for the destruction of narcotics in Algeria saw security services incinerate significant quantities of illicit substances, including nearly 9.8 tonnes of processed kif, over one tonne of hard drugs like cocaine and heroin, and more than 33.5 million psychotropic units along with 27.5 kg of psychotropic powder. Conducted in Chlef within the 1st Military Region, the operation dealt with seizures estimated to have a total financial value exceeding 52.9 billion dinars, reflecting a substantial blow to drug trafficking networks.
This comprehensive effort forms a key component of Algeria's national strategy to prevent and combat drugs and narcotics, ensuring the strict application of regulatory provisions concerning the destruction of seized substances. The operation involved a wide array of national security entities, including units from the National Popular Army, the National Gendarmerie, National Security, and Algerian Customs services, all working in a coordinated manner to address this threat to society and national security.
Supervised by the National Commission responsible for the destruction of drugs and psychotropics, under the presidency of the prosecutor general near the Court of Chlef, the destruction process adhered to rigorous organizational conditions. All seized quantities, initially stored in collection centers, underwent meticulous grouping, weighing, and inventory by judicial police services, with oversight from judicial authorities, the Gendarmerie, and National Security, before being securely transported for destruction. The actual incineration followed legal techniques and standards, ensuring compliance with security measures and environmental protection, underscoring Algeria's commitment to responsible and effective law enforcement.
