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Two Nepalese nationals have been arrested after allegedly concealing more than 1.5 kilograms of drugs inside their bodies while entering the Maldives.
Mariyam Adheela
Two Nepalese nationals arrested over alleged drug smuggling after authorities found 142 packets concealed inside their bodies. Photo: Police
Male’: Two Nepalese nationals have been arrested after allegedly concealing drugs inside their bodies while entering the Maldives, with authorities recovering 142 packets weighing more than 1.5 kilograms.
As per Maldives Police Service, Suspects were identified as 47-year-old Nikka Thamang and 40-year-old Eethrani Gale. Maldives Customs Service handed them over to police, after which the Drug Enforcement Department arrested them on September 25.
A search of the suspects allegedly uncovered 142 packets containing suspected drugs. The total weight of the seized substances exceeded 1.5 kilograms.
Both suspects were presented before the Criminal Court, which ordered them to remain in custody for 30 days. Police are continuing to investigate the case.
