China-Based Operator Directed Nepal Gold Smuggling Ring
Summary
A Nepal police investigation has uncovered a China-directed gold smuggling ring that processed and moved about 22 kg of gold from a rented house in Mathillo Bhangal, Kathmandu. The gold, valued at more than 54 crore rupees, was allegedly handled by Chinese nationals in Nepal under instructions sent via WeChat from Guangzhou.
Key Points
- The Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office says the illegal trade of about 22 kg of gold was directed from China.
- Zhen Jia Le, based in Guangzhou, allegedly instructed Chinese nationals in Nepal via WeChat to process and deliver the gold.
- Police recovered 21 kg 750.68 grams of gold from a rented house in Mathillo Bhangal, Budhanilkantha Municipality-2.
- The recovered gold was certified at a value of 54 crore 60 lakh 7 thousand 320 rupees and 4 paisa.
