Seizure of Narcotics by Pakistan Maritime Security Agency

Karachi (HRNW) In a Joint intelligence based Counter Narcotics Operation by Pakistan Maritime Security Agency and Pakistan Customs Intelligence Karachi, smuggling of narcotics was arrested. During the operation 06 smugglers including three foreigners were apprehended in the North Arabian Sea close to Makran Coast and approx. 233 KGs of Narcotics was recovered from a stateless boat. The value of narcotics in International market is estimated to be Rs 1.4 Billion (PKR). The seized narcotics alongwith boat and smugglers have been handed over to Pakistan Customs Intelligence Karachi for further investigation and legal proceedings including investigation of involvement of any individual or group in other antistate activities and completion of legal formalities.
Successful operation by Pakistan Maritime Security Agency and Pakistan Customs Intelligence Karachi resulting in seizure of narcotics is a testament to the fact that we are vigilant and remains committed in preventing use of Pakistani waters for any unlawful act / purposes. Pakistan Maritime Security Agency will continue to shoulder its national obligations and responsibility to establish lawful order at sea.