The seized narcotic tablets (above) were handed over to the relevant authorities for legal action.

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

The Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority announced it had foiled an attempt to smuggle 8.716 kilogrammes of narcotics at Sharjah International Airport.

Customs officers at Sharjah Airport Customs Centre became suspicious of cardboard packages belonging to a passenger on a foreign flight, and upon closer inspection, they discovered the packages contained 10,934 narcotic tablets, with a total weight of 8.716 kilogrammes, hidden inside lighting equipment.

A case was filed, and the seized materials were handed over to the relevant authorities for legal action.

The Authority commended the inspection officers and staff at the customs center for their vigilance, heightened security awareness, and firm stance against smugglers and those attempting to bring prohibited materials through Sharjah’s customs ports.

The Authority reaffirmed its commitment to making the most of all available resources to strengthen efforts in combating smuggling, particularly narcotics, in line with the national mandate to protect the security and well-being of society, safeguard the national economy, and ensure its continued competitiveness and prosperity