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Customs seize 10kg of crystal meth
Customs Seize 10kg of Crystal Meth in Major Operation
(Photo: M.C.R. )
By Sialai Sarafina Sanerivi
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29 January 2025, 7:10PM
The Ministry of Customs and Revenue has confirmed the seizure of approximately 10 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine this evening (Wednesday).
The discovery was made following a series of targeted profiling operations, with the substance confirmed through NIK testing and further analysis set to follow.
Customs officials, in a statement released to the Samoa Observer, revealed that the drugs were detected using the Ministry's container X-ray scanner, alongside support from the joint Customs and Police K9 Unit.
Authorities are currently conducting further investigations at a local shop in Pesega, with police on-site.
More updates will follow as the situation develops.
By Sialai Sarafina Sanerivi
•
29 January 2025, 7:10PM
