More drug abusers under the age of 20 arrested last year, youngest was 13: CNB
The number of new drug abusers under 20 years old who were arrested last year rose by 30% compared to 2023. The youngest offender was just 13. The Central Narcotics Bureau said the increase is a worrying trend, amid a worsening global drugs situation, as more countries struggle against an overwhelming supply of drugs. In all, the drugs seized were estimated to have a street value of about S$13.5 million. The CNB also smashed 25 drug syndicates last year. The three most commonly abused drugs were methamphetamine or "Ice", as well as heroin and cannabis.
The number of new drug abusers under 20 years old who were arrested last year rose by 30% compared to 2023. The youngest offender was just 13. The Central Narcotics Bureau said the increase is a worrying trend, amid a worsening global drugs situation, as more countries struggle against an overwhelming supply of drugs. In all, the drugs seized were estimated to have a street value of about S$13.5 million. The CNB also smashed 25 drug syndicates last year. The three most commonly abused drugs were methamphetamine or "Ice", as well as heroin and cannabis.
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