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Observer
4 days ago
- Observer
Crackdown on drugs, alcoholic beverages continues
The law enforcement authorities, led by the Royal Oman Police (ROP), have been cracking down on the trafficking of narcotic substances and alcholic beverages, which continues to be reported at regular intervals. Last week, the Coast Guard Police, led by the Musandam Police, seized a boat in Oman's territorial waters with three Iranian nationals on board, in possession of quantities of alcoholic beverages. Legal procedures are being completed against them. In another case, the Coast Guard, in cooperation with the General Directorate for Combating Drugs and Psychotropic Substances, successfully intercepted a smuggling boat coming from the Islamic Republic of Iran after a precise tracking operation as it entered Omani territorial waters and attempted to evade police vessels. The crew, consisting of three infiltrators of Pakistani nationality, was apprehended off the coast of Quriyat Governorate, with more than 70kg of hashish in their possession. The Coast Guard Police, led by the Dhofar Governorate Police, thwarted an attempt to smuggle more than five hundred and fifty kilograms of drugs carried out by three individuals of Yemeni nationality who illegally entered Omani territorial waters via a fishing boat. Legal procedures against them are being completed A house used by expatriate workers in Suhar was raided for storing large quantities of alcoholic beverages, and two individuals of Indian nationality were arrested with than 15,380 bottles and cans of alcoholic beverages. The General Directorate of Customs, in collaboration with the General Directorate of Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances Control, thwarted an attempt to smuggle 11.65 kilograms of marijuana through Salalah International Airport. The quantity was seized in the possession of two Indian nationals, who had professionally concealed it within their luggage.
Observer
21-07-2025
- Observer
ROP foils drug smuggling attempts from Iran, Yemen
MUSCAT: The Royal Oman Police (ROP), represented by the Coast Guard Police Command, in cooperation with the Directorate-General for Combating Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances, seized a smuggling boat coming from Iran. The boat was tracked by the Coast Guard Police (CGP) and was seized upon entering the Omani territorial waters after the smugglers attempted to evade the CGP vessels. ROP foils drug smuggling attempts from Iran, Yemen On board the boat, there were three Pakistani infiltrators who were arrested off the coast of Qurayat. They were in possession of more than 70 kilogrammes of hashish. Legal proceedings are underway against them. The Coast Guard Police at Dhofar Governorate Police Command, also foiled an attempt to smuggle more than 550 kilogrammes of drugs by three Yemeni nationals who had illegally entered the Omani territorial waters on a fishing boat. Legal proceedings are underway against the defendants.
Times of Oman
24-05-2025
- Health
- Times of Oman
Heroic rescue saves drowning child in Oman
Muscat: A young child was rescued from drowning off the coast of Mirbat in Dhofar Governorate, thanks to the swift action of a maritime rescue officer from the Coast Guard Police and two courageous citizens. The dramatic rescue unfolded when the child was spotted struggling in the water. Working together, the officer and the two citizens managed to pull the child to shore and immediately began emergency resuscitation. A grueling 25-minute CPR effort ensued, during which the team fought tirelessly to revive the young child. Their determination paid off—the child regained consciousness and was quickly transported to the hospital for further treatment.
Gulf Insider
02-05-2025
- Gulf Insider
Siblings Drown at Al Khabourah Beach in North Al Batinah
In a heartbreaking incident, siblings, aged 10 and 7 years, tragically drowned while swimming at Al Khabourah Beach in North Al Batinah Governorate. According to the Royal Oman Police, the Coast Guard Police, along with concerned citizens, swiftly responded to the emergency and managed to recover the bodies. The Omani community has expressed deep sorrow over the incident, extending condolences to the grieving family. Also read: Oman: Open-air cinema and eco-tourism hub coming up in South Al Batinah
Times of Oman
02-05-2025
- Times of Oman
Siblings drown at Al Khabourah Beach in North Al Batinah
Muscat: In a heartbreaking incident, siblings, aged 10 and 7 years, tragically drowned while swimming at Al Khabourah Beach in North Al Batinah Governorate. According to the Royal Oman Police, the Coast Guard Police, along with concerned citizens, swiftly responded to the emergency and managed to recover the bodies. The Omani community has expressed deep sorrow over the incident, extending condolences to the grieving family.
