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Phuket authorities seized over six kilograms of heroin hidden in traditional Thai clothing destined for Australia, preventing a major international drug shipment on Tuesday.

5 May The Phuket Express

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Phuket – Authorities in Phuket have seized more than six kilograms of heroin concealed within traditional Thai clothing, thwarting an attempt to smuggle the drugs overseas. The Wichit Police told the Phuket Express that on Tusday (May 5th) they and the forensic officers, examined evidence linked to charges of possession and attempted export of Category […] Heroin Worth Millions Found in Phuket Shipment Bound for Australia -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.

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