Sharjah Police seize AED19 million worth of drugs hidden underground

In a major anti-drug operation codenamed 'Bottom of Darkness', Sharjah Police have seized over 3.5 million Captagon pills, worth more than AED 19 million.

Approximately 585kg of the drugs was found concealed beneath interlocking artificial flooring of a villa.

A video posted by Sharjah Police show sniffer dogs on the site, as officers dig out bags of the narcotic pills.

Brigadier Majid Sultan Al Asam, Director of Sharjah Police's Anti-Narcotics Department said the gang has been under close surveillance, and the operation was a pre-emptive strike carried out in coordination with Abu Dhabi Police and the Federal Anti-Narcotics Department at the Ministry of Interior.

He also highlighted the gang’s innovative smuggling techniques and the increasing use of social media platforms to reach young people.

The officer urged the community to be vigilant and report suspicious activities via 8004654 or dea@shjpolice.gov.ae.