The team leader of the Salvation Army Addiction Services has called on government to review Samoa’s drug laws.
Sailivao Aukusitino Senio told Samoa Observer that he believes that communities, families and churches shouldn’t be the only ones stepping up to assist with the impact of drugs on youths.
He said the increase in meth-related cases is alarming and believes that the government should so something about it.
“The government should revisit the legislation and how to enforce the law,” he said.
Sailivao pointed out that beer and alcohol are still being sold to under-age children.
The Seventh Day Adventist run rehab center leader said there is concern because of the impact on youth, and we should all be worried.
Earlier this week, police voiced concern after four juveniles, including a 14-year-old, were picked up with 14 other people during a recent drug raid at Malifa.
Sailivao said close to 1,900 people have been brought to the Salvation Army, the majority of them for alcohol addiction. He added that a good number of the people they’re dealing with are in for drugs like meth and marijuana.
Photo:Sailivao Senior/Samoa Observer
