Brazilian Man Arrested at Malta Airport with €125,000 Worth of Cocaine
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In brief
- A 23-year-old Brazilian man was arrested at Malta International Airport.
- Police allegedly found approximately one kilogram of suspected cocaine strapped to his body.
- The estimated street value of the seized drugs is €125,000.
A 23-year-old Brazilian man has been arrested at Malta International Airport after police allegedly discovered about one kilogram of suspected cocaine strapped to his body. The estimated street value of the seized drugs is €125,000.
The arrest followed a joint intelligence-led operation involving multiple sections of the Malta Police Force. The man is expected to face charges related to drug importation.
This operation highlights ongoing efforts by authorities to intercept illegal drug trafficking into the country.
The Spin Room
Low media divide. Lovin Malta and Times of Malta reported the arrest and seizure consistently without notable framing differences.
Updates
- : Updated with reporting from ONE News and The Malta Independent: the man has been remanded in custody.