4.15 tonnes of methamphetamine to be destroyed today – Fiji Police

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Police officers at the Dignified Cremations this morning – SUPPLIED/FIJI POLICE

Fiji Police Force has confirmed it is going to destroy 4.15 tonnes of methamphetamine at the Dignified Crematorium today.

Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Crime, Mesake Waqa said thorough consultations with stakeholders and clearance from relevant authorities have ensured the disposal process is in accordance with best practices.

He said consideration on health and environmental concerns associated with the destruction of the high volume of illicit drugs have been taken into account.

“Through coordination, the execution of the destruction process has been planned to ensure transparency, safeguarding the integrity of the Fiji Police Force.”

“In accordance with the Court Order, subject to security protocols, Legal Counsels of the Respondents are allowed to observe the destruction process.”

“At the end of the destruction process, full details will be released to the public for transparency and accountability.”