Bid to smuggle Iranian diesel foiled

Pakistan Maritime Security Agency and Pakistan Customs (Anti-Smuggling Organisation of Model Customs Collectorate of Preventive, Custom House, Karachi) in a joint operation have foiled an attempt to smuggle Iranian diesel in thousands of litres along with two wooden boats. The smuggled/non duty paid diesel oil was being smuggled through sea routes.
The contraband diesel and boats worth 40 million of rupees have been seized and further investigation is in progress. The Collectorate has initiated criminal and adjudication proceedings against the culprits by lodging FIRs and issuing show cause notices under the provisions of Customs Laws, accordingly.-PR