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BOC: 4 nabbed over P62-M marijuana found in baggage
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BOC: 4 nabbed over P62-M marijuana found in baggage

Four passengers arriving from Bangkok, Thailand were arrested by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) after authorities intercepted suspected marijuana worth P62.326 million in their baggage during inspections at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport on July 30. The seized drugs amounted to approximately 41.551 kilograms and were discovered in eight pieces of luggage. The incident highlights ongoing efforts by customs agencies to combat drug trafficking through international airports. No further details on the suspects' nationalities or the method of concealment were provided.

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BOC: 4 nabbed over P62-M marijuana found in baggage

Four passengers arriving from Bangkok, Thailand were arrested by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) after authorities intercepted suspected marijuana worth P62.326 million in their baggage during inspections at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport on July 30. The seized drugs amounted to approximately 41.551 kilograms and were discovered in eight pieces of luggage. The incident highlights ongoing efforts by customs agencies to combat drug trafficking through international airports. No further details on the suspects' nationalities or the method of concealment were provided.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual report on a customs operation without overtly emphasizing any political agenda. It focuses on the procedural arrest and seizure of narcotics, relying on official statements from the Bureau of Customs. There is no evident ideological framing or emphasis on specific poli

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