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U.K. actress accused of trying to smuggle $208M of meth into Australia

U.K. actress accused of trying to smuggle $208M of meth into Australia

Summary

A British actress, Emaa Hussen, has been charged with trying to smuggle 700 pounds of methamphetamine worth $208 million into Australia. The drugs were hidden in charcoal bags shipped from Ghana, and police arrested her in Sydney after finding the drugs in storage.

Key Facts

  • Emaa Hussen is a 34-year-old British actress known for roles in "Redemption" and "EastEnders."
  • She appeared in court in Sydney on charges of attempting to smuggle methamphetamine into Australia.
  • The drugs were disguised in bags of charcoal inside shipping containers sent from Ghana.
  • Police believe the meth seized could have made 3.2 million deals on Australian streets.
  • The investigation started in April when authorities found a white crystal-like substance in two containers.
  • Hussen helped unload the containers and load goods into a vehicle before police arrested her at a home.
  • Two South African suspects were also arrested for using fake IDs to rent storage units linked to the case.
  • Hussen was denied bail and is scheduled to appear in court again in August.
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