Kuwait Customs Thwarts Drug Smuggling and Seizes Over 4,000 Lyrica Capsules

The General Department of Customs stated that inspectors at Kuwait Airport Terminal 4 (T4) thwarted an attempt to smuggle narcotic substances and psychotropic pills.

The seizure occurred during the inspection of the luggage of a passenger arriving from Beirut, where seven pieces of hashish weighing a total of 530 grams were found in his possession, along with a bag containing cocaine pieces weighing 1.15 grams.

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

The preparation of the seizure report and the taking of the required legal procedures are ongoing, 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 who attempts to smuggle prohibited substances into the country, in order to safeguard the security and well-being of society.