Kathmandu. Police have arrested three Chinese nationals with approximately 20 kilograms of gold in the Budhanilkantha area of Kathmandu. High-ranking police sources stated that a team from the Valley Crime Investigation Office apprehended them with the gold during an operation conducted in the Budhanilkantha area last night based on specific information.
According to police sources, all three arrested individuals are Chinese nationals. The quantity of the seized gold is reported to be around 20 kilograms. However, the police have not yet released the names or other details of the arrested individuals. The police are investigating the origin of the seized gold, its actual ownership, and whether other individuals or groups are involved in the illicit trade.
Police stated that the investigation is focused on the source of the gold, the process of its entry into Nepal, and other potential individuals involved in the transaction. Police Headquarters has announced that a press conference will be held this afternoon to release further details regarding the incident. It is expected that information concerning the seized gold, the arrested individuals, and other facts related to the case will be disclosed during the press conference.
The Valley Crime Investigation Office is proceeding with further investigation into the incident.
