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Enforcement at the border against gold smuggling

Seizure of gold bullion by Moji Customs

 
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Guarding our borders against gold smugglers 

 

Moji Customs seized app.206kg of gold bullion traded at the East China See and unloaded at the fishing port in SAKA pref. 

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Moji Customs seized app.36kg of gold bars consealed in 6 passengers' pants pockets. 

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Other concealment methods

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Concealed around body

and inside shoes

Concealed around body Stick on back panel of trolley
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Body-packed (inside rectum)Concealed in braDisguised chain belt
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Concealed in battery case