Two mainland women held over HK$6.3 million cannabis haul
HK01 · 2 SOURCESabout 3 hours ago2 MIN
Summary
Hong Kong Customs said it uncovered a suspected drug trafficking case at Hong Kong International Airport on August 18, arresting two mainland Chinese women after officers found suspected cannabis buds in their checked baggage. The women, aged 49 and 51, had arrived in Hong Kong from Bangkok via Manila, and the suspected drugs weighed about 27 kilograms with an estimated market value of about HK$6.3 million
Key Points
- Customs officers intercepted the two female passengers during clearance after their arrival at Hong Kong International Airport on August 18
- The suspects were mainland Chinese women aged 49 and 51 who travelled from Bangkok and transited through Manila before reaching Hong Kong
- Officers found about 27 kilograms of suspected cannabis buds hidden in the women’s checked suitcases, with an estimated value of about HK$6.3 million
- Both women were arrested immediately and have been jointly charged with one count of trafficking in a dangerous drug.
- The case is due to be mentioned at West Kowloon Magistrates’ Courts on August 20.
Why It Matters
Customs said it will continue using intelligence analysis and risk-management principles to step up action against drug trafficking, including targeted clearance checks on travellers arriving from high-risk areas. The department also warned the public not to transport controlled items for others for money, noting that drug trafficking carries a maximum penalty of a HK$5 million fine and life imprisonment under Hong Kong law