Massive Gold Seizure at Nagpur International Airport

Massive Gold Seizure at Nagpur International Airport

Asif Iqbal | September 29, 2023 | 10:07 PM IST | Breaking News, Nagpur | Follow on Google News

Massive Gold Seizure at Nagpur International Airport

Coffee Maker Conceals Rs 2.10 Crore Worth of Gold

In a significant development, the Customs department at Nagpur international airport intercepted a passenger arriving from Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, and discovered a staggering haul of gold concealed within a coffee maker. The incident, which unfolded on Friday, has sent shockwaves through airport security circles.

Air Arabia Flight G9-415 Targeted

This daring operation was initiated based on meticulous passenger profiling techniques. Specifically, the vigilant customs officers targeted an individual who had just disembarked from Air Arabia flight G9-415. Their suspicions led to an immediate interception.Upon closer inspection, customs officials unearthed an astonishing 3,497 grams of gold ingeniously concealed within the innocuous coffee maker. The estimated value of this concealed treasure trove amounted to a whopping Rs 2.10 crore.

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The Gold is Seized, Investigation Continues

The swift and decisive action of the Nagpur Airport Customs team resulted in the immediate seizure of the concealed gold. However, the story does not end here. A comprehensive and in-depth investigation is now in progress to uncover the full extent of this smuggling operation.The incident highlights the relentless efforts of customs officials to combat smuggling and illegal activities at airports. It also underscores the creative methods employed by smugglers to evade detection.

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