Passenger Arrested at Delhi Airport for Alleged Marijuana Smuggling
Customs officials at Indira Gandhi International Airport arrested an Indian national arriving from Bangkok for allegedly smuggling 12.85 kilograms of marijuana. The seized substance is estimated to have a street value of approximately Rs 4.5 crore.
On Friday, authorities at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi apprehended an Indian passenger traveling from Bangkok. Customs officials reported the seizure of 12.85 kilograms of suspected marijuana, locally referred to as ganja, which was discovered in the individual's possession upon arrival.
According to official statements, the estimated market value of the confiscated narcotics is Rs 4.5 crore. The passenger has been taken into custody, and an investigation is currently underway to determine the origin and intended destination of the shipment. While the identity of the suspect has not been publicly released, officials confirmed that the arrest was made as part of routine security and customs screening procedures at the international terminal. No further details regarding the suspect's background or potential accomplices have been provided by authorities at this stage of the investigation.
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"suspected ganja"
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- ·Lack of information regarding the specific concealment method used by the passenger.
- ·Absence of details on whether the suspect had a prior criminal record or was acting as part of a larger syndicate.
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