Caribbean National Weekly

Cocaine seized following discovery at Sangster International Airport

By Joanne Clark··1 min read
Cocaine seized following discovery at Sangster International Airport

The Jamaican Narcotics police are investigating another high-value cocaine seizure at Sangster International Airport in St. James. 

Seven kilograms of cocaine seized

The authorities have disclosed that a staggering seven kilograms of cocaine, boasting a street value estimated at US$210,000 or J$32 million, were confiscated at the airport on Monday. 

Coordinated operation unveils hidden contraband

Reports indicate that the operation unfolded at approximately 5:30 p.m., as members of the Narcotics Interdiction Team collaborated with the Jamaica Customs Contraband Enforcement team to conduct a thorough search of a restroom located within the airport’s main terminal building.

No one was arrested in connection with the seizure.

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