CBI alerts state agencies about narco-trafficking using PPE consignments

The central agency has received inputs from the Interpol that international drug-traffickers are taking advantage of the pandemic scenario.

Published: 12th May 2020 06:25 PM  |   Last Updated: 12th May 2020 06:25 PM   |  A+A A-

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By PTI

NEW DELHI: The CBI has alerted state police and central agencies about possibility of narco-traffickers using consignments of COVID-19 protective equipment to conceal their contraband after an Interpol input in this regard, officials said Tuesday.

The central agency has received inputs from the Interpol that international drug-traffickers are taking advantage of the pandemic scenario to conceal their possible shipments in protective equipment consignments, they said.