Karachi airport operation: Four passengers nabbed in million-rupee Apple product smuggling

In a highly successful operation, customs authorities thwarted an attempt to smuggle high-value tech gadgets worth millions of rupees at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi

According to ARY News, four passengers, who had arrived in Karachi from Dubai via a private airline, were apprehended by diligent customs officials, resulting in the confiscation of goods with a substantial valuation.

The individuals taken into custody were identified as Azhar Iqbal, Muhammad Faisal, Azhar Gill, and Zul Noorain. 

These passengers made an ill-fated attempt to evade customs scrutiny by utilising the green channel without declaring the valuable merchandise. However, the astute customs officials promptly intercepted them and proceeded to inspect their luggage.

According to Superintendent Agha Najamuddin, who was in charge of the shift, a significant cache of contraband was seized from the arrested individuals. 

This included more than 50 iPads, numerous laptops, 46 of the latest iPhone models, and 500 packs of internationally sourced cigarettes. 

Furthermore, the customs officials initiated legal proceedings against the detained suspects, as they failed to provide adequate tax documentation to the customs staff, ensuring that justice prevails in this case.