Las authorities reported the detention of a citizen of Guyana in the airport JFK from Queens, New York (United States), who was trying to enter the country with 40 pounds of cocaine hidden between frozen shrimp Large size.
Identified as Zacharie Scott, 22, he had two with him suitcases full of seafood and narcotic substances when officers conducted a random inspection of his belongings last Friday after getting off Flight 2694. American Airlines from Guyana, according to police sources.
During the evaluation, the agents United States Customs and Border Protection They selected Scott for additional screening, as part of security procedures. Scott confirmed that both suitcases They were his property, according to the New York Post.
Upon exploring the contents of the bags, officials discovered loose clothing and numerous packages of giant shrimp wrapped in sealed plastic. These packages were opened, revealing “brick-shaped objects”, which turned out to be cocaineaccording to officials.
During the interrogationScott indicated to the agents that carried the cocaine in exchange for a pay approximately 5,000 to 6,000 dollars.
If convicted, Scott could face a judgment up to 20 years prison. This incident highlights the continued efforts in the fight against drug trafficking at the country’s entry points.
2024-01-24 14:40:00
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