Apr 26 - Customs Arrest Man Carrying Cocaine In Underwear
In an operation conducted yesterday, HM Customs Officers of the Flexible Anti Smuggling Team arrested a local 29-year-old male for the importation of approximately 9.1 grams of cocaine.
The suspect was stopped at approximately 6pm as he drove into Gibraltar in a locally registered vehicle.
Officers searched the vehicle assisted by specialist drug itemiser detectors which gave a high reading indicating the presence of cocaine. Officers then continued with a full body search that uncovered a package of cocaine concealed in his underwear.
The total weight of cocaine seized is estimated to be approximately 9.1grams with a street value of approximately £500.
The suspect has been released on police bail until July.
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