Amman, July 26 (Petra) – The Anti-Narcotics Department (AND) announced it has launched intensified operational and security campaigns against the deadly and narcotic substance Crystal meth.
Held in cooperation with the Media and Community Police Department, the initiative coincides with a specialized media awareness campaign to warn of the dangers of this substance and its devastating and fatal effects.
Today's activity was launched as part of security and preventative efforts aimed at phasing out this substance and apprehending all suspects involved in handling and sale operations.
In its statement, the AND said the step aims to educate the public about this substance's dangers, raise community awareness about the consumption risks, protect society, and take the strictest measures against dealers and traffickers.
The department confirmed Crystal meth is "inherently deadly" and is a highly toxic and detrimental chemical narcotic, which affects physical, psychological, and mental health.
On adverse effects of consumption, the AND noted the substance causes rapid addiction, severe cognitive and behavioral disturbances, and affects bodily functions, particularly brain and lung damage. It also triggers aggression, loss of control and consciousness, and causes numerous heinous crimes.
As for its scope, the campaign focuses on 2 aspects: An operational security effort to pursue all forms of dealing with the drug, mainly trafficking, distribution, smuggling, and use; and an awareness goal aimed to disseminate educational messages and media materials on the dangerous consequences of consumption.
This move aims to enhance awareness and reinforce role of families and community institutions in prevention and early intervention.
To ensure success, the AND urged the public's engagement in this campaign by promoting community awareness about the drug and confidentially reporting suspects involved in trafficking, distribution, or use by calling the unified emergency number 911.
The AND said all information will be treated with utmost seriousness and confidentiality.
//Petra// AG
