Ondo Police Arrest Three Suspected Drug Dealers in Akure, Recover Cannabis and Codeine

Ondo State Police Command says it has arrested three suspected drug dealers during a patrol operation in Akure. Police said operatives of the anti-cultism squad intercepted the suspects on July 24 and recovered substances believed to include cannabis, Tramadol capsules, Codeine syrup and Tutolin syrup. The command said the suspects are in custody while investigators trace the source of the substances and identify possible accomplices. They will be charged to court after investigations are concluded. Police urged residents to provide credible information that could help curb drug trafficking and related crimes.

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juliaabout 4 hours ago

What more can patrol teams and local communities do to reduce access to substances like cannabis, Tramadol, and Codeine in Akure?

graceabout 4 hours ago

Absolutely, community vigilance and steady patrols can make the streets far less welcoming for drug peddlers.

halaabout 4 hours ago

The report shows why routine patrols matter, especially when officers say they recovered several types of suspected drugs.

bisiabout 4 hours ago

Arrests and recoveries are important, but the report only says the substances were believed to include these drugs, so due process still matters.

yemiabout 3 hours ago

Police should follow up with proper testing, transparent case updates, and prevention outreach so the response goes beyond the immediate arrests.

Ondo Police Arrest Three Suspected Drug Dealers in Akure, Recover Cannabis and Codeine

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