Kuwait Customs thwarts smuggling of half a kilogram of hashish, cocaine, and 4,000 Lyrica capsules via T4 Airport

Kuwait International Airport T4 customs inspectors thwarted an attempt to smuggle narcotic substances and psychotropic pills, as part of the ongoing efforts by the General Department of Customs to combat attempts to smuggle narcotics and psychotropic substances.

A press statement issued by the department revealed that the seizure occurred during the inspection of a traveler’s luggage arriving from Beirut. The traveler was found in possession of seven pieces of hashish weighing a total of 530 grams, along with a bag containing cocaine pieces weighing 1.15 grams.

The statement added that the inspection also resulted in the seizure of 74 boxes of the drug “Lyrica,” which is listed among psychotropic substances, containing a total of 4,144 capsules.

It clarified that the seizure report is being finalized and the required legal procedures are being carried out, in preparation for referring the suspect and the seized items to the General Department for Combating Narcotics.

The General Department of Customs affirmed that its inspectors continue to perform their duties with vigilance and competence, firmly confronting anyone attempting to smuggle prohibited substances into the country, in order to safeguard the security and well-being of society.