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Police raid Aplus bar in central Ho Chi Minh City

Multiple police forces raided Aplus bar in Cau Ong Lanh ward, discovering many among over 500 patrons and staff tested positive for drugs early this morning.

Police inspected the bar in the early morning, with over 500 patrons and staff present. *Photo: Ho Chi Minh City Police*

Around 1 a.m. this morning, a joint force including the Drug Crime Investigation Police Department, Economic Police, Mobile Police, and Cau Ong Lanh Ward Police (former District 1) launched a surprise inspection of Aplus bar in Ho Chi Minh City. The raid occurred while over 500 patrons and staff were present.

On-site screening and rapid testing identified 17 individuals positive for illicit drugs. Additionally, police detained two people suspected of illegal possession of banned substances.

Investigators are currently compiling records and classifying those involved for further processing.

This inspection is part of a broader campaign to combat crime during the Tet Binh Ngo holiday. Its aim is to tighten management of conditional business establishments and prevent drug-related issues within the city.

Nhat Vy

By VnExpress: https://vnexpress.net/canh-sat-dot-kich-bar-aplus-o-trung-tam-tp-hcm-5015664.html

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