Student arrested in Girne with drugs

A university student in Girne was last week arrested and detained by the narcotic police for drugs offenses. 

According to report, the suspect identified as Saed Shah, Saed Nahi, was arrested with and 6 grams of Hintekin kind drug which were seized from him.

Police report say he was had tried to escape when he saw the Narcotics patrol team at Hamdi Street in Girne.

The suspect, who has previously been ordered to remain in police custody for 3 days was charged for illegal drug possession and use and was taken back to court on Monday for additional detention.

The court then ordered that he remain in police custody for another four days emphasizing that there is another person wanted in connection with the crime.

Police noted that many students studying in the country were involved in the drug business.

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