Illegal alcohol seized in Irian

Illegal alcohol seized in Irian

MANOKWARI, Irian Jaya: Police have seized thousands of bottles
of liquor illegally sold by vendors and distributors here, an
officer said last week.

Local police chief Lt. Col. Edy Kuntjoro told Antara on
Thursday that all the vendors and distributors arrested in the
operation code-named Kasuari will be prosecuted.

Edy said the operation would continue to "eradicate" illegal
distribution of alcoholic beverages before the May 29 general
elections.

The alcohol included locally made beer, wine, whisky, and
traditional drinks known as jenever and saguer. (aan)