Kuwait Airport T4 customs inspectors have foiled an attempt to smuggle illegal drugs and controlled psychotropic substances through the airport.

The seizure was made during an inspection of luggage belonging to a passenger arriving in Kuwait from Beirut, according to a statement issued by the General Administration of Customs.

The operation forms part of continuing efforts by Kuwait customs inspectors to prevent attempts to bring prohibited narcotic substances and controlled medicines into the country.

During the luggage inspection, customs officers discovered seven pieces of hashish, with a combined weight of approximately 530 grams.

The inspection also uncovered a bag containing pieces of cocaine, with a total weight of 1.15 grams, according to the official statement.

Further inspection revealed another significant part of the seizure involving a controlled medicine listed among psychotropic substances.

Customs officers seized 74 boxes of Lyrica, a medicine listed in the schedules governing psychotropic substances in Kuwait.

The 74 boxes contained a total of 4,144 capsules, adding a substantial quantity of controlled capsules to the narcotic substances discovered during the inspection.

The seizure was made as customs officers carried out their regular inspection duties at Kuwait Airport T4 and examined the luggage of the arriving passenger.

The General Administration of Customs said the operation reflects its continuing efforts to confront attempts to smuggle narcotic substances and psychotropic medicines into Kuwait.

The discovery included different types of prohibited substances, with the seized items consisting of hashish, cocaine and controlled Lyrica capsules.

The combined hashish seizure amounted to 530 grams, while the cocaine discovered during the inspection weighed 1.15 grams.

In addition to the two narcotic substances, customs officers found 74 boxes of Lyrica containing a total of 4,144 capsules.

The customs administration said that the necessary seizure report is currently being completed as part of the procedures required following the discovery.

The passenger and the seized items are expected to be referred to the General Department for Narcotics Control after the relevant legal procedures are completed.

The referral forms part of the established legal process for handling cases involving prohibited narcotic substances and controlled psychotropic medicines.

The General Administration of Customs emphasized that its inspectors continue to perform their duties with vigilance and efficiency across Kuwait customs facilities.

The administration also stressed its continued efforts to confront attempts to bring prohibited substances into the country through its entry points.

The latest seizure highlights the role of customs inspections in detecting prohibited substances found in passenger luggage arriving in Kuwait.

The inspection at Kuwait Airport T4 resulted in the discovery of multiple prohibited substances and a controlled medicine listed under the country’s psychotropic substance schedules.

Customs officials continue to focus on preventing the movement of narcotic substances and controlled medicines through Kuwait’s entry points.

The General Administration of Customs reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining vigilance and taking firm action against attempts to smuggle prohibited materials.

The administration said these efforts are aimed at protecting public safety and maintaining the security of society.

The latest case will continue through the required legal procedures, with the seizure report being completed before the passenger and confiscated items are referred to the competent authority.