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 From Hong Kong's Information Services Department
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April 29, 2003
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Drug combating
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Police close 24 Yau Ma Tei drug dens
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Hong Kong Police

Police have neutralised 24 drug dens after raids in 42 premises in Yau Ma Tei since April 14.

 

Twenty-one women and 181 men aged 18 to 66 were arrested for offences including keeping a divan (drug den), and trafficking in and consuming dangerous drugs. They are being detained for enquiries.

 

Officers seized about 1.77kgs of suspected heroin, 320 grams of cocaine and a small amount of 'ice' worth about $1.18 million.

 

Police reminded landlords to contact the Police if they suspect drug activities are taking place inside their premises.