Doha, Qatar: The Customs officials at Hamad International Airport (HIA) foiled an attempt to smuggle cocaine into the country.
The officials, following their suspicion, inspected a passenger's bag to seize 6.175kg cocaine hidden inside a drum, the musical instrument.
The Customs Department has been warning against bringing illegal goods into the country. They are equipped with all means of support including the latest devices and continuous training to read the body language of passengers and to be aware of the latest methods followed by smugglers.