Ex-Baseball Player Arrested for Smuggling Ketamine into Korea
A former professional baseball pitcher has been arrested for smuggling ketamine into South Korea from Thailand, along with his accomplice, a program developer.
Key Facts:
- The two suspects are identified as Mr. A (33), the former pitcher, and Mr. B (30), the program developer.
- They smuggled a total of 1.9 kg of ketamine, valued at approximately $100 million, over three occasions last September.
- Mr. A was also found to have used Philopon at a local club in Thailand.
Smuggling Methods Revealed
The prosecutors discovered that the duo used the following methods:
- Anonymous couriers were instructed via Telegram.
- Drug exchanges were made in bathroom stall swaps at airports in both South Korea and Thailand.
- They targeted family travelers with young children to avoid suspicion.
“I Felt Like a Baseball Fan from Daejeon” – Transporter
The transport agents provided crucial information about Mr. A – the general manager – which led to his identification. They described him as:
“Some guy from South Chungcheong Province… really passionate about a professional baseball team based in Daejeon.”
Prosecution’s Investigation and Tracking of Mr. A
The prosecutors combined statements from arrested carriers, Telegram IP tracking, and analysis of virtual currency wallet addresses to pinpoint and arrest the leaders, including Mr. A.
FAQ
- What is ketamine?
- Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic used in medicine but has been illicitly used as a recreational drug.
- What penalties might the suspects face?
- The suspects have been indicted under the Act on Aggravated Punishment for Specific Crimes in South Korea, which could result in severe penalties.
Did you know? South Korea has been cracking down on drug-related crimes, particularly those involving ketamine and its variants.
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