Customs Authorities Thwart Attempt to Smuggle an Arsenal of Weapons in the Northern State

Dongola – Sudanhorizon

The Sudanese Anti-Smuggling Department of the Customs Service in the Northern State announced thwarting an attempt to smuggle an arsenal of weapons, ammunition, and projectiles aboard a commercial vehicle, following an intense security pursuit.
On its official Facebook page, the Customs Service revealed that the specialized operation, which took place near the city of Dongola, resulted in the seizure of a large quantity of military hardware.
The arsenal included two RPG launchers, three PK machine guns, 96 Kalashnikov assault rifles, and one G4 rifle. Also seized were five RPG projectiles, seven cases of projectiles, and thousands of rounds of ammunition—specifically 4,000 rounds for PK machine guns and 18,000 rounds for Kalashnikov rifles—along with 250 Kalashnikov magazines. Legal proceedings have been initiated, and the suspects have been taken into custody pending further investigation.
The Director-General of the Customs Service, Police Lieutenant General Salah Ahmed Ibrahim, affirmed that his forces remain vigilant against all attempts to smuggle weapons and ammunition. He emphasized the need for heightened security awareness to counter criminal activities that threaten the nation’s security and stability, while commending the significant efforts made by the personnel in the performance of their duties.
In the same context, the Assistant Director-General for Anti-Smuggling, Police Major General (Legal) Diaa al-Din Abd al-Rahman Ibrahim, commended the vigilance and professionalism displayed by the operational force during the pursuit.
He further affirmed that campaigns and efforts aimed at protecting the country from all security threats—and at eliminating the sources of smuggling—will continue.

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