Chinese nationals suspected of processing smuggled gold in rented Budhanilkantha house as police seize over 21 kg of gold
Summary
Police seized 21.750 kilograms of gold from a rented house in Budhanilkantha after finding Chinese nationals allegedly processing smuggled gold with melting machines and chemicals. Investigators suspect the gold may have been brought from Hong Kong by air.
Key Points
- Police raided a rented house in Budhanilkantha after receiving a tip-off about suspicious gold-related activity.
- Officers found Chinese nationals allegedly processing smuggled gold and seized melting machines and chemicals from the house.
- A total of 21.750 kilograms of gold was recovered, including 10.997 kilograms in prepared pieces and 10.752 kilograms of semi-solid gold.
- Police suspect the gold may have been brought from Hong Kong by air and are investigating the smuggling route.
