Riyadh: The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority in Saudi Arabia seized more than 8.3 million Captagon amphetamine pills at Jeddah Islamic Port. The drug was concealed in two consignments coming into Saudi Arabia.
The authority seized 3,054,000 Captagon pills hidden inside in a consignment, which contained onions. In another incident, 5,281,250 Captagon pills were seized from a consignment of silicon barrels.
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Three people were arrested by the General Directorate of Narcotics Control in connection with the cases.
Authorities urge anyone with information related to suspected smuggling operations or customs violations to call the confidential security reports line on 1910, email 1910@zatca.gov.sa, or phone the international number 00966114208417. Financial rewards are given for accurate tipoffs.
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