WILLEMSTAD - Authorities conducted a major drug check on one of the cruise ships at the mega pier on Wednesday. The check is a result of a tourist who was arrested in the U.S. for the possession of drugs.
The suspect attempted to enter the country with packages of narcotics taped to his body. He came from a cruise ship that had previously been to Curaçao. In addition, the police would have information about a group that offers drugs to tourists near the mega pier. The authorities have launched an investigation.
A special team was put together for Wednesday's check. Drug dogs were also used. Nothing remarkable was found on board.