Huge quantity of contraband seized

PESHAWAR: Acting on a credible information received through Collector, Model Customs, Collectorate Peshawar, the staff posted at Customs Station, Torkham has made a seizure of huge quantity of contrabands in consignments being imported from Afghanistan.

These goods were concealed under the declared goods of dry fruits. This is the biggest ever seizure in the history of Torkham border, achieved after relentless watch and vigilance through applying effective information system during last few weeks.

The vehicles used in smuggling were taken to Custom House Peshawar for further detailed examination. However, the preliminary search and enquiry has revealed that the consignment contained various contraband goods including tin sheets, fabrics, ball bearings and many other undeclared items. The exact quantity and value of the same will be determined after the examination is completed.

An FIR under Customs Act, 1969 was lodged in the I&P Branch, Custom House Peshawar and further investigation was under progress.