{{Police has arrested three people in connection with drug related crimes.}}
Suspects have been identified as; Thomas Iyakaremye 31, of Kigome Cell, Mataba Sector in Gakenke District, who was found in possession of a-half kilogramme of cannabis and Francis Uwimana of Gako Cell in Cyumba Sector, Gicumbi District, who was arrested with 18 liters of illicit brew commonly known as kanyanga.
Fighting and preventing drug related crimes is one of Rwanda National Police priorities.
Under article 594 of the penal code, any person who unlawfully makes, transforms, imports, or sells narcotic drugs within the country, shall be liable to a term of imprisonment of three years to five years and a fine of Rwf500, 000 to Rwf5 million.
The law governing narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances and precursors in Rwanda, in its Article 24, also states that “any drink that exceeds 45% of alcohol and any other drink which doesn’t have the required quality for consumption shall be considered as narcotic drug.”
Northern region police spokesperson, Senior Superintendent (SSP) Francis Gahima lauded the good partnership of Gakenke residents with police, which he said has since lead to the arrest of several wrong-doers in the district.
He further warned that the Police is always alert given and has devised strategies to counter such security threats.
RNP
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