In a gripping episode in Kerala, the Customs Department struck gold, literally, seizing bars worth an astounding Rs 2 crore tucked away in the washroom of an Indigo flight arriving from Dubai at Karipur.

Hidden Treasure in the Sky: The covert operation revealed 3317 grams of gold cunningly stashed in the aircraft’s washroom dustbin, sparking an immediate investigation into a suspected gold smuggling syndicate.

Police Action Unfolds: Smugglers Apprehended Simultaneously, the police pounced on a group implicated in gold smuggling from Riyadh. A Kozhikode native, Jabbar, found himself in handcuffs, with cohorts Riyaz, Anees, and Faijaz also in custody. Jabbar’s ingenious concealment method involved hiding gold within his jeans, resulting in the seizure of at least 750 grams of the precious metal.

Legal Proceedings in Motion: The confiscated gold will soon find its way to the courtroom, accompanied by a detailed report shedding light on the incident. Both the police and customs are set to delve deeper into the matter, uncovering the intricacies of the alleged gold smuggling network.

Ongoing Investigation: Navigating the Gold Trail As the investigation gains momentum, authorities are determined to untangle the web of the gold smuggling operation and bring those involved to justice. The drama in the skies over Kerala serves as a vivid reminder of the ongoing efforts to curb illicit activities and maintain the integrity of air travel security