The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has seized more than 560 grams of shabu or methamphetamine hydrochloride worth P3.8 million which were concealed and misdeclared as eyelash sets, electric hair dryers, and electric hairbrushes at the DHL Express Gateway warehouse in the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Customs Commissioner Bienvenido Rubio said the contraband was found due to suspicious images noticed by Customs x-ray officers.
A physical examination was conducted by Customs examiners, and yielded 560 grams of suspected shabu with a total estimated street value of P3.8 million.
“Both the shipper and the consignee are currently undergoing investigation by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency for possible violation of RA 9165 and RA 10863, also known as the Customs Modernization Act (CMTA),” the BOC chief said.
“We will continue to be vigilant in our border protection efforts to prevent dangerous drugs and other contraband that come in and out of our country. This successful interception is a testament to the effective joint enforcement of our Customs and inter-agency partners against drug trafficking to prevent the worldwide spread of illegal narcotics, especially in the Asia Pacific Region,” Rubio said.
Meanwhile, Customs NAIA district collector Carmelita Talusan vowed to intensify efforts in border protection, ensuring strict adherence to customs regulations and revenue collection targets, while also promoting trade facilitation.