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Heroin stashed in traveller's stomach

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DRUG BUST: Dubai custom officials have foiled an attempt by an Asian visitor to smuggle drugs into the country. (Getty Images)
DRUG BUST: Dubai custom officials have foiled an attempt by an Asian visitor to smuggle drugs into the country. (Getty Images)

Customs officials have foiled an attempt by an Asian visitor to smuggle drugs into the country through Dubai International Airport, UAE daily Khaleej Times reported on Thursday.

Through scanning officials discovered 98 capsules, containing 938 grams of heroin hidden in his stomach, the newspaper said, adding that the man was immediately taken into police custody.

The UAE takes a strict stance on drugs, and laws are severe, despite its more liberal reputation among the Gulf nations.

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Rules stipulate imprisonment for a minimum of four years followed by deportation for those convicted of drug possession.

People convicted of drugs trafficking can face capital punishment, although executions rarely take place.

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