Published: 2024-04-23 12:35
Last Updated: 2024-05-03 22:11
The media spokesperson for the Jordanian Customs Department disclosed that customs officials stationed at the Jaber border crossing, in collaboration with security forces and the Anti-Narcotics Department, successfully intercepted two separate smuggling attempts involving a total of 73,500 Captagon pills.
In a statement received by Roya, the spokesperson detailed that at the Jaber border crossing, officials thwarted an effort to smuggle 38,500 Captagon pills concealed with a passenger arriving from a neighboring country.
The individual was subjected to thorough scrutiny after arousing suspicion, leading to the discovery of the pills hidden for smuggling purposes.
Furthermore, in another instance, a quantity of 35,000 Captagon pills was seized from a passenger bus arriving from a neighboring country. Through meticulous inspection following suspicion, officials uncovered the pills concealed in a covert manner.
The Jordanian Customs Department emphasized its collaborative efforts with other security agencies and the Anti-Narcotics Department across all border customs centers to combat the infiltration of such illicit drugs, fulfilling its duty to safeguard both citizens and the economy.
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