The operational staff of the Penitentiary Service under the Ministry of Justice of Azerbaijan has successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle narcotic substances into the penitentiary facility in Lankaran.
This information was provided to the Operative Information Center-OMM by the Ministry of Justice.
According to the official statement, during a routine inspection of a parcel brought by the brother of an inmate visiting for a short-term meeting, authorities discovered 2.2 grams of dried marijuana. The illicit substance had been concealed using a specialized method inside a tube of toothpaste.
An investigation into the incident is currently underway.
The Penitentiary Service of the Ministry of Justice of Azerbaijan regularly conducts such security operations to maintain order and prevent the entry of prohibited items into correctional facilities. These measures are part of broader efforts by the Azerbaijani government to combat drug trafficking and ensure the safety and security of the national penitentiary system.
