Hong Kong Customs yesterday (February 22) detected a suspected case of smuggling at Lok Ma Chau Control Point and seized 1 089 smartphones with a total value of about $1.1 million.
Customs officers intercepted an outgoing private car for Customs clearance at Lok Ma Chau Control Point yesterday. During inspection, officers found the smartphones concealed inside an altered compartment at the boot of the private car. The 28-year-old male driver was arrested and has been released on bail pending further investigation.
Under the Import and Export Ordinance, the maximum penalty for attempting to export unmanifested cargo is a fine of $2 million and imprisonment for seven years.
Members of the public may report any suspected smuggling activities to the Customs 24-hour hotline 2545 6182.
Ends/Tuesday, February 23, 2016
