On September 9, 2019, officers of Taipei Customs (TPC), Customs Administration and Aviation Police Bureau (APB), National Police Agency intercepted cocaine, a category one narcotics, at an express cargo warehouse in the Farglory Free Trade Zone. The seizure was 441g (gross weight) of cocaine, with estimated illegal earnings over NT$1 million.

TPC further stated that the drugs sealed in plastic zipper bags were found concealed in disguised food cans. The package was stopped by TPC officials after routine X-rays showed anomalies. Several suspects were tracked down and arrested by APB in the follow-up action. TPC pointed out that in accordance with Article 4 of the Narcotics Hazard Prevention Act in Taiwan, offenders of manufacturing, transporting, or selling category one narcotics are subject to a death sentence or life imprisonment. Offenders who are sentenced to life imprisonment may also be subject to a fine of no more than NT$20 million.

TPC also stated that in accordance with Article 6 of the Rules of Awards and Penalties for Preventing Narcotics Hazard, when a violation report is identified, the informant would be rewarded up to a maximum of NT$10 million. The public is encouraged to report any suspected drug trafficking activities to the Customs by calling the toll-free number 0800-311006, or 0800-038265.