'Customs': Foiled Attempt to Smuggle 33.5 kg of 'Tobacco' via Kuwait Airport 'T4'
Customs inspectors at Kuwait Airport seized 33.5 kg of tobacco from a passenger, and the case will be referred to airport police.
Translated by Qiyas from السياسة — Original source
Inspectors from the General Administration of Customs at Kuwait International Airport’s Terminal 4 passenger terminal seized 33.5 kilograms of tobacco from a passenger arriving in the country, as part of their ongoing efforts to strengthen customs oversight and combat smuggling attempts.
The administration clarified that the seizure occurred during routine customs inspection procedures, when two cartons containing the aforementioned quantity of tobacco were found in the passenger’s possession. A seizure report is being prepared to facilitate the transfer of the case to the General Directorate of Criminal Investigations, represented by the Airport Criminal Investigation Department, to complete the necessary legal procedures.
The General Administration of Customs reaffirmed the continued vigilance of its inspectors at all entry points and their commitment to fulfilling their duty to protect the country and prevent the entry of prohibited goods, urging travelers to comply with customs laws and regulations.
