Police in Aktobe have shut down a suspected drug trafficking operation, seizing more than 25 kilograms of marijuana from the attic of a home and detaining three local residents, infohub.kz reports.
According to the press service of the regional police department, the three Aktobe residents were detained as a result of operational search activities.
During a search of one of the properties, officers using a service dog found and seized two barrels with capacities of 50 and 25 liters containing a plant-based substance in the attic.
A forensic examination confirmed that the seized substance was marijuana, with a total weight of more than 25 kilograms.
In addition, at the home of another detainee, police found and seized a bag containing a substance believed to be narcotic, along with paraphernalia for consuming illegal substances.
According to preliminary information, all three men were under the influence of drugs at the time of their detention.
A pre-trial investigation is underway. Authorities are working to establish all the circumstances of the case, as well as possible channels for the supply and distribution of narcotics.