Customs has seized 46 kilograms of MDMA and other drugs - some hidden in stuffed toys
Customs has seized 46 kilograms of MDMA and other drugs - some hidden in stuffed toys
9 March 2020
A Chinese man appeared in Manukau District Court today after he was linked to the importation of at least 17 packages.
The 27-year-old was arrested by Customs investigators last Friday, he faces 16 charges of class B and one charge of class A drug smuggling.
The parcels were destined for east Auckland and had been sent through the mail from various european countries.
Customs Investigations Manager Bruce Berry says they've seen an unprecedented rise in MDMA seizures at the border.
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