Maldives seizes 2kg of drugs from Indian couple
The police have submitted evidence suggesting that the drugs were intended for smuggling into the Maldives.
Maldives Customs announced on Saturday the seizure of 2.05 kilograms of heroin on Tuesday.
The items were confiscated at Velana International Airport (VIA) during an attempted smuggling operation. Customs has not provided further details on the ongoing case.
An Indian couple was arrested at VIA on Tuesday, accused of attempting to smuggle drugs into the Maldives. The Criminal Court ordered the suspects to remain in custody for three days following their arrest.
The arrested individuals in this case are:
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Mohamed Shoaib, 41, from India
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Aisha, 38, from India
According to the court order, approximately two kilograms of drugs were found concealed in the couple’s luggage. The short remand was imposed because a spokesman was not available until the trial began.
The police have submitted evidence suggesting that the drugs were intended for smuggling into the Maldives.
