A passenger who flew into Dubai International Airport has been arrested for attempting to smuggle 3.7 kg of marijuana by stashing it inside car spare parts.
Dubai Customs officers inspected the passenger's bags after the x-ray scan revealed "abnormal density in some of the items".
As each item was dismantled, rolls of marijuana were found skillfully concealed around the air filters.
The suspect has been handed over to the relevant authorities for legal action.
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UAE air defences respond to incoming missile threats
UAE air defences is currently responding to "incoming missile and drone threats", according to alerts from Ministry of Defence and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA).
UAE successfully intercepts 15 ballistic missiles, 119 drones
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UAE President discusses implications of military escalation with world leaders
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President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan said the UAE will "emerge stronger than before", affirming that the safety and security of citizens, residents, and visitors remain a top priority.
UAE air defences is currently responding to "incoming missile and drone threats", according to alerts from Ministry of Defence and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA).
The Ministry of Defence said UAE air defences intercepted 15 of the 16 ballistic missiles detected in the region on Saturday, with one falling into the sea.
