Customs has introduced a body-imaging device at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The device is used in international passenger control when a traveller is suspected of internally smuggling substances such as drugs. Photo: Customs
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Finnish Customs has introduced a body-imaging device at Helsinki Airport to detect narcotics hidden inside travellers’ bodies. The device has already uncovered five smuggling attempts in early 2025.
The imaging technology allows Customs officers to screen passengers suspected of internal drug concealment without requiring hospital transport. The most commonly smuggled drug is cocaine.
Samy Gardemeister, Director of the Enforcement Department, said the device strengthens Customs’ ability to combat drug trafficking. “Using this technology is part of our broader effort to protect society. It is a crucial tool in detecting smuggling,” he said.
Previously, suspected smugglers had to be taken off-site for medical imaging, requiring two officers per case and straining re
Source: www.helsinkitimes.fi
