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BOC, Naia foils P13.4-million drug smuggling attempt
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) successfully intercepted P13.5 million worth of illegal drugs at the Central Mail Exchange Center (CMEC) in Pasay City.
The seized shipment, disguised as canned food and fruits, originated from Denmark and was addressed to an individual in Taguig City.
Authorities discovered 5,033 Ecstasy tablets and 998 grams of Ketamine concealed within the package following field tests by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA).
Criminal charges will be filed against the intended recipient for violating the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act and the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act.
The operation was led by BOC-NAIA in collaboration with PDEA and the NAIA Inter-Agency Drug Interdiction Task Group.
Customs Commissioner Bienvenido Y. Rubio reiterated the bureau's commitment to upholding the law and ensuring public safety.
BOC-NAIA District Collector Yasmin O. Mapa vowed to further strengthen vigilance against the illegal drug trade.
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