HK authorities nab second man flying in from Penang with cocaine
This follows the arrest of a 25-year-old Chinese national with 2kg of the drug on Thursday.
Authorities in Hong Kong have apprehended a second individual who arrived from Penang, carrying cocaine in their luggage. The 39-year-old Chinese man was discovered with 2.2kg of the drug in his carry-on baggage, as reported by the Hong Kong customs and excise department. This arrest comes in the wake of the previous day's detainment of a 25-year-old Chinese national, who was found with 2kg of cocaine upon arrival at the airport.
The seized drugs are estimated to be worth HK$1.3 million (approximately RM677,209), according to the department. The arrested individual has been charged with one count of drug distribution, with the case set to be brought before the West Kowloon magistrates’ court on the same day. In Hong Kong, drug distribution is a serious offense, punishable by life imprisonment and a fine of HK$5 million (around RM2.6 million) if convicted.
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