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I turned to drugs in Pul-i-Charkhi Prison: Ex-policeman

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GARDEZ (Pajhwok): A former policeman, Mujahid, says he became addicted to drugs while serving his sentence in a murder case in the Pul-i-Charkhi Prison and now he is facing several problems.

During an exclusive interview with Pajhwok Afghan News, the former convict claimed jail officials allowed a large quantity of drugs inside the prison and everyone purchased whatever they needed --- hashish, opium or heroine.

“A decent drug business is underway in the country’s jails, especially in the Pul-i-Charkhi Prison. This is very saddening that a healthy man goes to the . . .

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