Major drug smuggling ring dismantled in Shenzhen

Anti-smuggling bureau of Shenzhen Customs revealed its drug control achievements for the past year on Saturday, saying it dismantled a major drug smuggling ring and seized 1.12 metric tons of cocaine, methamphetamine and other narcotics.

The announcement came before the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking that will fall on Wednesday.

"Cross-border drug smuggling has become increasingly active," said Zhang Junqiang, head of Shenzhen Customs' anti-smuggling bureau. "Criminal organizations often disguise illegal shipments as legitimate cargo to evade detection."