Chennai: Based on intelligence, one Valentina Mary, 27, of Bengaluru who arrived from Dubai by Emirates flight was intercepted at the exit of Chennai airport by Customs officials.
On personal search, three packets of gold paste wrapped with white adhesive tape weighing 1.09 kg were found concealed in her innerwear.
On extraction 926 grams of gold valued at Rs. 44.5 lakhs was recovered and seized under Customs Act. She was arrested.
Further investigation is under progress. This is stated in a press release issued by Commissioner of Customs, Chennai International Airport.