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Arrest of Drug Dealer in Tehran Following Police Shooting
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Arrest of Drug Dealer in Tehran Following Police Shooting

منبع تصویر: hamshahrionline.ir

By Euronews Farsi Editorial 2 min Read time 33,061

The drug dealer was arrested by the efforts of the Tehran Greater Preventive Police on Maalem Boulevard. This operation began after receiving reports from the public about the suspicious activity of a drug-dealing vehicle in the area.

Dangerous Chase

Upon receiving reports from citizens, the special patrol of the 153rd precinct of Vali Asr Town was immediately dispatched to the location. While the officers were present, the driver of the vehicle attempted to flee rapidly upon seeing the police. During this chase, the driver tried to escape the scene with dangerous maneuvers and high speed.

At this time, the driver threw drugs out of the car window and subsequently collided with several vehicles. This dangerous behavior not only endangered his own life but also the lives of other drivers and pedestrians.

Stopping the Vehicle and Arresting the Suspect

To maintain public safety and stop the vehicle, the officers, in accordance with the law on the use of firearms, first fired warning shots. After this action, they successfully stopped the vehicle by targeting its tires. Ultimately, the driver was arrested and transferred to the precinct for further investigation.

Checking the suspect's records revealed that he has a criminal history and activity in drug trafficking. The police have opened a legal case against him and he has been referred to the judicial authority.

Colonel Abdolvahab Alaei, the chief of the fifth precinct of Tehran Greater Preventive Police, requested citizens to report any suspicious activity and drug distribution in their neighborhoods as quickly as possible by contacting 110. He emphasized that citizens' cooperation with the police plays a crucial role in enhancing neighborhood security and combating the activities of drug traffickers.

Source: hamshahrionline.ir