Investigation into Global E-Cigarette Liquid Leak Incident

Dec.07.2022

Investigation into Global E-Cigarette Liquid Leak Incident

Indonesian police investigate liquid leaks from Iran, suspected to be used in producing electronic cigarette liquids, posing harm to society.

The Polda Metro Jaya police are investigating a liquid leak that originated from Iran and was distributed to various locations across Europe and Indonesia. The liquid is reported to be primarily used for electronic cigarette liquids.

On June 12th, 2022, Jaya Kombes Mukti Juharsa, the director of pharmaceuticals at Metro, stated at a press conference that "these liquids are intended for use in electronic cigarettes.

Evidence suggests that the liquid spillage incident is the first case of its kind in Indonesia. Muty stated that these liquids pose a danger to society, particularly to young people.

The narcotics division of Jakarta's Metro Jaya Police have released information about the spread of a new type of drug that includes liquid e-cigarette substances.

According to Muti, on November 27th, the ChaYa Drug Administration of Borda Metro conducted a drug investigation using a liquid form of methamphetamine as a base. Evidence suggests that this liquid is a new type of drug. This new form is being used to produce MDMA (multimetal oxide) drugs or liquids.

The fluid is being transported from Iran to various parts of Europe. According to reports, the liquid originates from a new substance found in Indonesia.

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