A 22 year old Indian man has been arrested at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu after authorities discovered approximately 3.5kg of Thai cannabis hidden in his luggage.
The suspect, Salman, hails from Uttar Pradesh, India, and was apprehended by the Narcotics Control Bureau in Koteshwor.
Salman arrived in Nepal from Delhi on November 14. The cannabis was found during a routine luggage inspection at the airport.
CANNABIS DISCOVERED IN LUGGAGE
Authorities arrested the young traveler after uncovering around 3.5 kilograms of Thai cannabis in his bags.
This discovery occurred during a luggage inspection at Tribhuvan International Airport.
Details regarding the intended destination for the drugs or any potential connections to a larger drug trafficking operation have not yet been disclosed.
INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY
The arrest was carried out by the Narcotics Control Bureau in Koteshwor.
This incident highlights the vigilance of Nepalese police in monitoring international travelers at the country’s main airport to prevent the transport of illegal drugs.
No further information is currently available.