In a startling legal development, an Asian national has been sentenced to five years in prison with a BD3,000 fine and permanent deportation orders after being caught concealing methamphetamine, known locally as 'shabu', inside history books. This case unfolded when the Anti-Narcotics Directorate at Bahrain International Airport discovered suspicious packages originating from another Asian country.

Unveiling the Plot: A Suspicious Package Reveals Meth

The suspect package was flagged during a routine customs check, where an X-ray scan revealed anomalies within two history textbooks. Upon further investigation, officers uncovered 1.3 kilograms of methamphetamine expertly hidden inside. This discovery led to immediate action by anti-narcotics forces who orchestrated a sting operation to apprehend the accused.

High Court Verdict: Severe Penalties for Drug Trafficking

The court has handed down stringent penalties, including confiscation of all illicit substances and materials associated with drug trafficking. In addition to imprisonment, the sentence includes permanent deportation from Bahrain. The convicted individual is now appealing against this verdict at the High Criminal Court.

This case highlights the sophisticated methods employed by traffickers and underscores the vigilance of Bahrain's anti-narcotic authorities in combating illegal substance smuggling.

Share this article
The link has been copied!