KARACHI: MCC Islamabad has foiled to smuggle narcotics abroad and seized 250 grams of heroin powder.

According to details on 23-06-2016, at about 12:30 am during clearance of export registry parcels at International Mail Office, Chaklala Garrison, Rawalpindi a parcel booked by Tahir Ali for UK was found suspicious.

The parcel comprised of 03 ladies purses. Detailed examination of the parcel led to the recovery of 250 grams (net weight) of heroin powder tactfully concealed inside the foam lining of ladies purses.

An FIR is being lodged against the above named consigner. Further investigation is in progress.

Collector MCC Islamabad Dr. Arslan Subuctageen is keeping strict vigilance on the movement of goods as well as on the movement of air passengers to avoid any incident of smuggling.