Hong Kong Seizes Drugs Hidden in Electrical Transformers

Hong Kong Seizes Drugs Hidden in Electrical Transformers
The suspected methamphetamine seized at Hong Kong International Airport and the electric transformers used to conceal the drugs, in Hong Kong on Oct. 18, 2022. Hong Kong Government Information Services via AP
The Associated Press
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HONG KONG—A multimillion-dollar stash of methamphetamine hidden in electrical transformers being sent from Mexico to Australia has been intercepted at Hong Kong’s airport, authorities said Tuesday.

The 76 kilograms (168 pounds) of crystal meth was found Friday in false compartments in the three transformers, a Hong Kong customs official said. She said the transformers appeared suspicious when they were X-rayed.