Hong Kong Customs seized about 4.4 kilograms of suspected cocaine with a market value of about 4.8 million at the Hong Kong International Airport yesterday (February 13).
The arrested woman arrived in Hong Kong from Dubai, United Arab Emirates yesterday. During Customs clearance, Customs officers found three snack boxes inside the rucksack she carried. In-depth examination led to the discovery of 248 pellets of suspected cocaine with a total weight of about 4.4 kilograms and a market value of about 4.8 million. The arrested woman, aged 44, claimed to be a domestic helper. She was charged with one count of trafficking in a dangerous drug and will appear at Tsuen Wan Magistrates' Courts tomorrow (February 15).
Under the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance, trafficking in a dangerous drug is a serious offence. The maximum penalty is life imprisonment and a fine of $5 million.
Ends/Sunday, February 14, 2016
