Mexican national suspect arrested for smuggling 5kg of stimulants hidden in underwear etc. Smuggling incidents by so-called "couriers" are increasing at Haneda Airport.
Tokyo Customs officials, who became suspicious of the situation, investigated and discovered the incident. The Metropolitan Police Department believes that domestic and foreign criminal organizations are involved, and has decided to proceed with the investigation. Approval or disapproval of the investigation has not been disclosed. The suspect was said to have hidden the stimulants in 11 separate bags in hidden pockets in his underwear.