Türkiye detains 1,713 suspects, seizes 839 kg drugs in major anti-narcotics operation

Turkish authorities detained 1,713 suspects across 77 provinces during the nationwide “Narkokapan-5” operation, conducted over the past two weeks, Türkiye’s Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced Monday.

The raids were conducted in coordination with public prosecutor’s offices and the Narcotics Crimes Department of the General Directorate of Security.

Why it matters

Yerlikaya emphasized that each operation and seized substance serves to protect the future, particularly by keeping young people away from drugs. The large-scale operation reflects Türkiye’s determination to combat narcotics and safeguard public health and security.

Details

• Scope of operation:
  • “Narkokapan-5” was conducted in 77 provinces, including major cities such as Ankara, Istanbul, Izmir, Gaziantep, Konya and Adana.
  • The operation lasted for two weeks.
• Seized items:
  • Authorities confiscated 839 kilograms of illegal narcotics.
  • Over 1.17 million illicit pills were also seized.
• Suspects:
  • A total of 1,713 suspects were apprehended during the operations.

77 İlde Uyuşturucuya yönelik 2 haftadır devam eden "NARKOKAPAN-5" operasyonlarında;
⚠️839 Kg uyuşturucu madde ile
⚠️1 Milyon 168 bin 42 adet Uyuşturucu Hap ele geçirildi❗

⛔Zehir taciri 1.713 Şüpheli yakalandı❗

Yaptığımız her bir operasyon, ele geçirdiğimiz her bir madde;… pic.twitter.com/FqL1f4SlzK

— Ali Yerlikaya (@AliYerlikaya) January 6, 2025

Zoom in

Minister Yerlikaya underscored that these measures are “a fight to protect our future,” calling on all segments of society to unite in preventing drug abuse among young people. The operation’s success illustrates the collaborative approach of local prosecutors, law enforcement, and national authorities in tackling drug-related crimes.

Zoom out

The “Narkokapan-5” crackdown is part of an ongoing effort to dismantle drug networks and deter substance abuse in Türkiye. As authorities continue large-scale operations, community engagement and awareness remain vital for strengthening the nation’s drug prevention strategies.