KARACHI: MCC Islamabad has seized 465 grams of marijuana and 25 grams of cocaine worth Rs5.25 million.
During examination of parcel at Import (examination) a parcel booked by Asim Khan of Nottingham UK for Raja Asaam, a resident of Jhelum was found suspicious.
The parcel was containing sealed supplement jar and T-shirts. Detailed examination of the parcel led to the recovery of 465 grams of marijuana and 25 grams of cocaine tactfully concealed inside the jar of supplement.
Collector Islamabad Arslan Subuctageen has advised the staff to keep strict vigilance on the movement of goods so that any attempt to smuggle contraband goods could be thwarted.
An FIR was lodged against the consignee Raja Asaam and he was arrested. Further investigations are underway.