Sunday, 17/5/2026 | 15:30 GMT+7

Ho Chi Minh City police launch 45-day crime 'cleanup' campaign

Ho Chi Minh City police have launched an intensive campaign from 15/5 to 30/6 to review and address various types of crime and complex areas concerning drugs and public order.

Ho Chi Minh City Police announced that authorities will intensify checks and reviews in complex areas, focusing on drug, criminal, economic, smuggling, commercial fraud, and high-tech crimes.

"The goal is to prevent the emergence of new hotspots that disrupt security and public order," a representative of the Ho Chi Minh City Police stated on 17/5.

Police conducting drug tests on drivers. Photo: Ho Chi Minh City Police

General Secretary To Lam directed the implementation of this intensive campaign, aiming for Ho Chi Minh City to become a "drug-free city" by 2030. The city has also established a steering committee and a support team to coordinate implementation across multiple levels.

During this period, police will collect statistics and re-evaluate the situation regarding addicts, supply sources, and drug hotspots to improve management.

In addition to drug offenses, authorities will also focus on tackling criminal, economic, corruption, and smuggling rings, as well as violations in cyberspace.

Ho Chi Minh City traffic police patrolling the streets. Photo: Ho Chi Minh City Police

The Director of Ho Chi Minh City Police has instructed units to enhance area management and promptly detect potential legal violations at the grassroots level.

Quoc Thang

By VnExpress: https://vnexpress.net/cong-an-tp-hcm-mo-dot-cao-diem-45-ngay-lam-sach-toi-pham-5074879.html

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