Elderly US Drug Smuggler Busted for Hiding Cocaine in Kid’s Books

Elderly US Drug Smuggler Busted for Hiding Cocaine in Kid’s Books
A 71-year-old U.S. national has been charged with attempting to import approximately 700 grams of cocaine hidden in children’s books. Australian Federal Police
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An elderly American man has been arrested in Australia for attempting to smuggle in cocaine that was hidden in children’s books.

The 71-year-old U.S. national was selected for a baggage examination by the Australian Border Force (ABF) officers at the Melbourne International Airport on Monday Dec. 11, said a media release issued by the Australian Federal Police and ABF.