“The huge consignment of Methamphetamine drug was supposed to be delivered in Thailand and could be part of drug cartels,” police sources said
The 5,500 kg of banned Methamphetamine drug seized from a fishing trawler with six Myanmarese crew near Barren Island is the biggest-ever seizure made by the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), an official of the Andaman and Nicobar tri-services command said
Distribution in India and neighbouring countries.
Defense officials say the drugs were likely meant for distribution in India and neighbouring countries. India is constantly making efforts to tackle drug trafficking, particularly from countries like Pakistan and Iran.
In a coordinated sea & air operation @IndiaCoastGuard today made history by apprehending a #Myanmarese fishing boat, "Soe Wai Yan Htoo," in the #Andaman Seas with approx 5500 kgs of Methamphetamine. This major drug haul marks the largest maritime seizure in #India’s domain,… pic.twitter.com/YxYN5QJjCa
— Indian Coast Guard (@IndiaCoastGuard) November 25, 2024
The biggest ever seizure
The senior defence official said, “This is the biggest ever seizure which we suspect is linked to big international drug cartels. The total consignment is approximately around 5,500 kg. A total of six Myanmarese crew were arrested with banned crystalline Methamphetamine. They were handed over to the local police for further interrogation.”
Source : The Hendu
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