Hong Kong customs seize HK$1.9m cannabis at airport, arrest mainland Chinese man
Hong Kong customs officers at the airport seized about HK$1.9 million worth of suspected cannabis flower from a 24-year-old mainland Chinese male traveller arriving from Bangkok. He was arrested and charged with trafficking a dangerous drug, with his case set to appear in court on 6 November.
Hong Kong customs officers at the airport have seized about HK$1.9 million worth of suspected cannabis flower and arrested a 24-year-old mainland Chinese man. The seizure took place early on 5 November when customs officers were clearing the passenger, who had arrived from Bangkok, Thailand, on the evening of 4 November. The suspected drugs were found inside his hand-carry luggage.
The arrested man has been charged with one count of trafficking a dangerous drug. His case is scheduled to be heard on 6 November at the West Kowloon Magistrates' Court.
Customs said it would continue to strengthen efforts against drug trafficking based on intelligence analysis. It urged the public to remain vigilant, not to participate in drug trafficking for financial gain, and not to accept any offers or commissions to transport controlled items into or out of Hong Kong. The authority also advised against assisting others in moving items without first confirming their nature.
Customs stated it would continue to use risk-management principles to focus inspections on travellers from high-risk areas, in order to effectively combat cross-border drug trafficking.
Under the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance, trafficking in dangerous drugs is a serious offence. Upon conviction, offenders face a maximum fine of HK$5 million and life imprisonment.
Members of the public can report suspected drug trafficking activities via the Customs 24-hour hotline 182 8080, the dedicated crime report email account ([email protected]), or the online form at eform.cefs.gov.hk/form/ced002.
