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Customs foil attempt to smuggle crystal meth hidden in cosmetics

Published: 23 Aug 2021 - 12:41 pm | Last Updated: 28 Dec 2021 - 11:40 am
Peninsula

Doha: The Air Cargo and Private Airports Customs Department thwarted an attempt to smuggle forbidden narcotic substances into Qatar. 

The seized Methamphetamine crystals, also called "Shabo", was found hidden inside a cosmetic shipment. The total weight of the substance was 1 kg. 

The authorities have been issuing continuous warnings against carrying illegal substances into the country.

Customs officers are provided with all means of support including the latest devices and continuous training to read the body language of passengers and be aware of the latest methods followed by smugglers.