Turkey: Cocaine stashed in Maradona pictures seized

By Abidin Mutlu Bozdag

ISTANBUL (AA) - Turkish customs officers on Wednesday seized 2.65 kilograms (5.85 pounds) of cocaine at the Istanbul Airport that was stashed behind pictures and drawings of football legend Maradona.

Security authorities decided to pass the luggage of a 72-year-old German citizen traveling from Colombia through an X-ray scanner after his movement raised suspicion.

Sniffer dogs further confirmed that he was carrying the illegal drug.

The suspect was referred to judicial authorities following his arrest.

*Writing by Ali Murat Alhas