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Alleged seller arrested with nearly 300 tramadol tablets in Fana, Mali

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Mali’s Central Narcotics Office arrested an alleged seller of psychotropic substances in Fana who was carrying nearly 300 tramadol tablets. The operation was conducted by the Dioïla regional branch, reports Mali Actu.

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