Customs, after intelligence analysis and in-depth investigation, intercepted a courier package sent from South Africa via Shenzhen to Hong Kong at the Shenzhen Bay Control Station on the previous day (3rd). The customs officers opened the package and used an X-ray machine for inspection. They found that the X-ray image of a car transmission was suspicious. Eventually, approximately 3.9 kilograms of suspected ice was discovered inside the box, with an estimated market value of about 2.1 million Hong Kong dollars. The Customs Drug Investigation Division immediately took over the investigation. On the same day (4th) in the afternoon, personnel conducted a monitoring delivery operation in Kam Tin. During this time, a man came to receive the goods. When the officers saw the opportunity was ripe, they immediately arrested the 28-year-old non-local man who claimed to be unemployed. He will be charged with one count of attempting to smuggle dangerous drugs and will appear in the Tuen Mun Magistrates' Court tomorrow (6th). It is understood that the arrested man received payment. Customs officers opened the package and used an X-ray machine for inspection, finding that the X-ray image of a car transmission was suspicious. Eventually, approximately 3.9 kilograms of suspected ice was discovered inside the box, with an estimated market value of about 2.1 million Hong Kong dollars. Chan Tatsun, a Senior Investigating Officer of the First Group of the Customs Drug Investigation Division, stated that in this case, the drug traffickers attempted to use complex machinery to conceal the drugs, thereby increasing the difficulty for customs officers to inspect. In addition, the traffickers chose to receive the goods in a more remote area, which also increased the difficulty for customs to investigate. Customs emphasized that they will continue to conduct in-depth intelligence analysis and strengthen efforts to combat drug trafficking. Customs also urged the public to remain vigilant and not be tempted by financial interests to participate in drug trafficking activities. They should not accept any person's employment or commission to transport controlled items in or out of Hong Kong, and should not recklessly assist others in transporting goods without confirming the nature of the items. In addition, the public should avoid providing personal information or addresses to others for the purpose of receiving packages or goods. Chan Tatsun, a Senior Investigating Officer of the First Group of the Customs Drug Investigation Division, explained the case details. Customs reiterated that according to the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance, drug trafficking is a very serious offense. Upon conviction, the maximum penalty is a life sentence and a fine of 5 million Hong Kong dollars. The public can call the Customs 24-hour hotline at 182 8080, or report suspected drug trafficking activities via the dedicated crime reporting email account ([email protected]) or online form (eform.cefs.gov.hk/form/ced002).