US CBP officers seize over 160 pounds of ketamine
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport recently intercepted two separate smuggling attempts, seizing more than 160 pounds of ketamine, a dangerous and illicit substance.
On October 11, CBP officers discovered five large plastic bags containing a crystal-like substance in the luggage of Daijanae Mitchell, a U.S. citizen who arrived on a flight from Paris, France. The following day, October 12, officers intercepted seven large plastic bags containing a similar substance in the luggage of Ryan Mamboula Bokomba, a Great Britain citizen who also arrived on a flight from Paris, France.
CBP officers used a handheld elemental isotope analysis tool to identify the crystal-like substance as ketamine hydrochloride.
“Every pound of ketamine we intercept represents lives potentially saved from the devastating effects of this dangerous drug,” said Zachary C. Thomas, Area Port Director for CBP Atlanta. “Our officers work tirelessly to prevent harmful substances like this from entering our communities, and this seizure underscores our unwavering commitment to protecting public health and safety.”
The 160.9 pounds of seized ketamine, along with the individuals involved, were transferred to local authorities for state prosecution. The Clayton County Sheriff’s Office is handling the Mitchell case, while the Atlanta Police Department is investigating the Bokomba case.
