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QUETTA: Customs Enforcement has seized nearly 43 kilograms of heroin worth an estimated Rs1.2 billion in the international market near Ziarat Cross and arrested two suspects in connection with the incident.
According to officials, Customs personnel acted on a tip-off and intercepted a Toyota Hilux Revo for a search. During the inspection, 77 packets of heroin weighing a total of 42.891 kilograms were recovered from specially designed secret compartments in the vehicle.
Officials said the international market value of the seized narcotics was estimated at Rs1.2 billion. The vehicle was also taken into custody, while both suspects were arrested.
Further legal proceedings are underway as authorities continue action in the case
