Two women from Peru were apprehended entering Israel on Friday evening, erev Pesach, carrying over 3.5kg (7.7 LBS.) of cocaine.

The two suspects, in their 20s, were carrying the drug on their bodies when apprehended by airport police.

The two were arraigned in the Tel Aviv Magistrate Court on motzei Shabbos, with the court extending their remand until Monday, as the investigation continues. Police will ask to recommend their remand again on Monday until they are prepared to move ahead with criminal indictments against them.

(YWN Israel Desk – Jerusalem/Photo Credit: Police Spokesman Unit)