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Over 2 kgs of Marijuana seized at Muscat International Airport

Over 2 kgs of Marijuana seized at Muscat International Airport

Times of Oman09-04-2025
Muscat : Oman Customs has foiled an attempt to smuggle 2.237 kilograms of marijuana at Muscat International Airport.
Oman Customs said in a statement :"Muscat International Airport Customs thwarted an Asian passenger's attempt to smuggle 2.237 kilograms of marijuana, which he had hidden tightly among his personal luggage."
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