Heroin Worth NT$40 Million Hidden in 70 Pairs of Longevity Shoes, 5 Suspects Arrested for Laos-Taiwan Drug Smuggling
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100/100
AI Summary (NQ-processed)
An international drug trafficking group hid approximately NT$40 million worth of heroin in the soles of 70 pairs of longevity shoes, shipping them from Laos to Taiwan via express parcel. The Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) received intelligence, intercepted the suspicious packages on November 24th last year, and subsequently arrested 5 suspects, including three layers of recipients and the mastermind. The case has been transferred for investigation under the Narcotics Hazard Prevention Act.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the total value of the heroin seized in this case?
- A: The market value of the seized heroin is approximately NT$40 million.
- Q: How many suspects were arrested in this case?
- A: A total of 5 suspects were arrested, with 3 detained and 2 released on bail.