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Contraband worth Rs5.4 billion seized

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Our Correspondent October 03, 2026 Less than a minute read
Contraband worth Rs5.4 billion seized

ISLAMABAD:

The Collectorate of Customs (Enforcement), Islamabad, made a major seizure of narcotics during an intelligence-based operation conducted by its Anti-Smuggling Squad off the M-2 Motorway at approximately 2.30am.

Sources said that the customs team mounted an intelligence-based operation after receiving a tip-off regarding transportation of a substantial quantity of narcotics.

During the operation, the customs officials recovered 1,200kg of charas, approximately 100kg of poppy seeds, one firearm, and a non-customs-paid Toyota Prado (Model 2005) which was allegedly being used for transportation of the contraband.

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