Drugs found in boxes of baklava

It was reported that 2,242,560 “catagon pills” hidden in boxes of baklava were seized at the Islamic Customs of Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah Port.

According to the official agency of Saudi Arabia (SPA), in the statement made by the Administration of Zakat, Taxes and Customs in the Port of Jeddah, a total of 2 million 242 thousand 560 drug pills were detected in the plastic bags hidden underneath. of baklavas in boxes during customs clearance inspection of cargoes.

In the statement, it was indicated that as a result of coordination with the General Directorate for the Fight Against Drugs, the recipient of the mentioned shipment was arrested.

In its statement, the customs administration called on everyone to support the fight against smuggling for the protection of the country’s economy and society, and shared the telephone number and email address to which they can go in such cases. No information was given about the origin of the cargo and the 2 people who were captured. (AA)