Sniffer dogs assist border guard forces in anti-drug operation

The exercise takes place as part of the 10th Vietnam–China Border Defence Friendship Exchange, in the presence of the Ministers of National Defence of the two countries.

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Distinguished guests observe a simulated scenario in which a group of individuals attempt to illegally enter Vietnamese territory while carrying narcotics.

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Border guard forces order the suspects to stop for inspection of their backpacks and luggage.

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However, the individuals resist, argue, and display provocative behaviour toward law enforcement officers.

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In response, professional measures are immediately deployed, including the use of trained sniffer dogs to detect narcotics.

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The sniffer dogs are commanded to attack, quickly detect traces of narcotics, locate the evidence, and assist the authorities in subduing and arresting the suspects in accordance with procedures.

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Sniffer dogs coordinate with Vietnam border guard officers to apprehend narcotics suspects at Tra Co Border Guard Post.

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Upon approaching the target, sniffer dogs are commanded to attack and subdue the suspects, allowing Vietnam border guard officers to close in and apprehend the narcotics offenders.

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Narcotics suspects are successfully apprehended. Sniffer dogs, working alongside Vietnam border guard officers, execute the operation with precision and professionalism, demonstrating high mobility and effectiveness in combating drug trafficking along the border.

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The exercise highlights the professionalism, readiness, and operational capability of Vietnam’s border guard forces in combating transnational crime and safeguarding security along the border.