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Ticaret Bakanligi 4 Ton 321 Kilo Agirliginda Pregabalin Cinsi Uyusturucu Madde Yakalandi
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AI-generatedCustoms Guard teams affiliated with the Ministry of Trade seized a large quantity of pregabalin, an illicit substance, at the Ipsala Customs Gate in Edirne. The operation involved inspecting a truck arriving from Greece, resulting in the confiscation and subsequent destruction of 4 tons and 321 kilograms of the drug. Authorities stated that this action is crucial for protecting public health and disrupting criminal financing.
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- Customs Guard teams seized an estimated value of 3.25 billion Turkish Lira worth of pregabalin at the Ipsala Customs Gate.
- The illicit substance was found in a truck that had arrived from Greece, which was subsequently taken for detailed inspection.
- Following the operation, an investigation has been launched by the Edirne Ipsala Chief Public Prosecutor's Office.
- Authorities emphasized that these anti-smuggling operations are vital for protecting public health and maintaining law and order.
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