Amman, May 4 (Petra) – Jordan Customs Department (JCD) and Anti-Narcotics Department (AND) personnel operating at Queen Alia International Airport (Passenger terminals), in cooperation with security agencies, thwarted an attempt to smuggle 16 kilograms of marijuana into the Kingdom.

In a press statement on Sunday, the JCD said a passenger, an East Asian national arriving from an Arab country, was suspected for carrying drugs.

After a thorough search, the relevant authorities found quantity of the narcotic substance in the traveler's possession.

The JCD said the suspect was arrested and the seized materials were handed over to the AND for further legal action.

On its vision, the customs department affirmed its "readiness" to confront any attempt to smuggle prohibited or harmful substances to protect the Kingdom and citizens, in partnership with security agencies at all border crossings.
//Petra// AG

04/05/2025 17:36:51