Three Held For Attempting To Smuggle Drugs
Authorities at Bahrain International Airport have thwarted an attempt to smuggle a significant quantity of drugs into the Kingdom, arresting three Asian nationals upon their arrival, according to a statement from the Airports Customs Department.
These individuals were found in possession of more than half a kilogram of heroin. The total market value of the seized drugs is estimated at BD185,500.
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