British footballer Jay Emmanuel-Thomas has been arrested and charged with attempting to import £600,000 worth of cannabis through an airport, highlighting serious legal risks for drug smuggling.
Emmanuel-Thomas, who once played for major clubs like Arsenal and Ipswich, was apprehended after customs officers found 60 kilograms of cannabis in suitcases arriving from Bangkok.
The National Crime Agency has warned travellers, particularly from certain countries like Thailand, that they face severe penalties, including lengthy prison sentences for drug smuggling.
Emmanuel-Thomas's case illustrates the increasing scrutiny at airports and the legal consequences for athletes or individuals involved in drug trafficking.
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