Man detained at Lisbon Airport with 3.4 kg of cocaine in baggage
A man was detained at Lisbon Airport in possession of 3.4 kilograms of cocaine hidden in his baggage. The case was reported by Jornal de Notícias.
Detention at Lisbon Airport: suspect was transporting 3.4 kg of cocaine
Google News PT — Crime (pt) reports that a man was detained at Lisbon Airport after authorities found 3.4 kilograms of cocaine in his baggage.
The drug was detected during a control operation at the airport, according to Jornal de Notícias. The suspect was attempting to pass through the inspection posts with the narcotic concealed amongst his belongings.
The quantity seized — 3.4 kilograms of cocaine — is considerable and suggests possible involvement in drug trafficking on a significant scale. The competent authorities assumed investigation of the case following the detention at the location.
No further details have been disclosed to date regarding the identity of the detainee, the origin of the flight or the intended destination of the journey.
Source: Google News PT — Crime (pt)