KARACHI: Collectorate of Customs officials deputed at Jinnah International Airport (JIA) intercepted a passenger Abdul Qadir Mansori attempting to smuggle 1.17 kilograms of methamphetamine, commonly known as “Ice,” concealed in his luggage worth Rs20 million in international market.
The incident occurred during the wee hours of September 14, 2024.
Sources told that credible inform ation passed by Collector JIAP Adeem Khan to Additional Collector Faysal Khan to enhance vigilance at International Departure Lounge of JIAP.
Deputy Collector Hammad enhanced monitoring of passengers which led to successful recovery of Meth tactfully concealed in a bag.
The contraband was hidden in a secret compartment of Mansori’s luggage during routine scanning by customs officials. The scanner operator’s suspicion led to a thorough inspection, revealing the concealed drugs.
Initial tests indicate the substance is methamphetamine, though further chemical analysis is underway to confirm its exact nature. Mansori has been detained for further interrogation to uncover any potential accomplices.
An FIR has been lodged, and legal proceedings are underway till filing of this report.
