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A Passenger Trying To Smuggle In 8.9 Kg Of Marijuana Was Intercepted By Dubai Customs
Dubai Customs officers grew suspicious when the bag passed through X-ray inspection and revealed an unusual density inside it
An Asian passenger was allegedly caught smuggling into Dubai International Airport a green substance which he claimed was henna powder. The man had grinded it and concealed it in plastic bags.
When the passenger was subjected to a manual search, he displayed signs of confusion. The powder was allegedly suspected to be 8.9 kilograms of marijuana.
Custom inspectors immediately confiscated the drugs and the passenger was handed over to the General Directorate of Anti-Narcotics at Dubai Police.
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Dubai Customs diligently works towards protecting the community by thwarting attempts to smuggle prohibited substances through the customs outlets in Dubai. Custom inspectors are trained with special, necessary expertise to ensure national security. Their primary goal is to prevent the entry of harmful substances, especially drugs, into the country.
Furthermore, the customs operation department leverages cutting-edge technologies, innovative electronic services, and artificial intelligence to ensure thorough inspections of goods and luggage.
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