Newmai News Network
Shillong: One person was arrested with twenty pieces of gold worth Rs 1.42 crore at Diengpasoh on the outskirts of Shillong on December 13, delayed information said today.
The smuggled gold of foreign origin was found concealed in a specially built cavity in the floor area of the middle seat of a Maruti EECO, the Commissioner of Customs (Preventive) said in a statement today.
The vehicle was on its way to Barpeta.
Also Read | Manipur Violence: 60 dead bodies of Kuki-Zo airlifted from Imphal morgues after 7 months
“Thereafter, 20 pieces of gold, which were packed and wrapped with black tape in four packets, were recovered. Total weight was 2331.82 grams valued at Rs 1.42 crores. One person has been arrested and further investigation is in progress,” the statement further informed.
In a separate case, Customs sleuths on Thursday seized 50 bags weighing a total of 950 kgs of garlic of Chinese origin bearing the brand name ‘HUAGUANG’, which appears to have been smuggled across the border. Further investigation is in progress, the statement added.
This is not a Ukhrul Times publication. UT is not responsible for, nor does it necessarily endorse its content. Any reports or views expressed are solely those of the author or publisher and do not necessarily reflect those of Ukhrul Times.