Two farm workers arrested in Abu Dhabi drug raid

Abu Dhabi Police

Two people have been arrested for growing marijuana on a farm in the UAE capital.

The farm was inspected and 14 marijuana plants seized.

Investigations revealed that the men, who worked on the farm, hoodwinked the owner and plotted a plan to sell the drugs.

Abu Dhabi Police have reminded farm owners to check on their workers and urged them not to commit any legal violations.

They appealed to owners to identify any narcotic plants and not to hesitate to report if their presence is discovered.

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