Asian Man Arrested at Bahrain Airport for Attempting to Smuggle Drugs

TDT | Manama

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A 28-year-old Asian man, identified as a car mechanic, was arrested at Bahrain International Airport for attempting to smuggle drugs into the country. He was caught by customs officers who noticed a suspicious adhesive tape on his luggage.

The suspect attempted to conceal the drugs by hiding them in the base of his suitcase, using black adhesive tape that matched the suitcase's color. However, the vigilant customs officer noticed the tape and stopped the suspect.

When questioned, the suspect denied having anything illegal in his possession. However, upon inspection of his luggage, officers discovered a clear plastic bag containing drugs hidden beneath the adhesive tape. The drugs were cleverly concealed within the base of the suitcase, making them difficult to detect.

The suspect was subsequently handed over to the Drug Enforcement Administration at the airport. Investigations revealed that the man was part of a network involved in importing and distributing drugs within Bahrain. He was reportedly paid to smuggle the drugs into the country and then deliver them to an unknown person for further distribution.

The authorities are still investigating the identity of the individuals involved in the drug smuggling operation. The case has been referred to the High Criminal Court, with a hearing scheduled for September 16th.