Airport Security: Colombia Season 1 Episode 3 Cocaine Capsules
- TV14
- June 14, 2016
Airport Security: Colombia season 1 episode 3, "Cocaine Capsules," follows the security measures and investigations at El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá, as airport officials work to crack down on the trafficking of illegal narcotics.
The episode starts with the airport's dog unit going through their daily routine of sniffing out drugs from passengers and luggage. Soon enough, a suspect is identified when the dogs pick up a scent from his luggage. The man denies any involvement in drug trafficking, but when his bags are searched, the officers discover that he had swallowed around 80 cocaine capsules in an attempt to smuggle the drugs into Europe. The man is arrested and taken to the hospital to remove the capsules.
As the officers deal with this situation, they receive a tip that a group of passengers arriving from Cali has been smuggling drugs into the airport in their bags. Following the tip, the officers search the bags and, to their surprise, find that the drug smugglers had hidden the drugs in the linings of their bags. The officers keep a close eye on the suspects and plan to catch them on their next attempt.
Amidst all this, the officers are faced with another challenge: a woman who is in urgent need of medical attention. She is on her way to the US for critical treatment but doesn't have the necessary travel documents. The officers have to quickly arrange for her documents while also ensuring the security of the airport.
As the episode progresses, the officers face more challenges when they find fake passports while checking passenger documents. The airport officials work swiftly to unravel the smuggling ring of fake passport holders.
The show depicts the workings of El Dorado International Airport and the skill and dedication of the airport officials in detecting drug smugglers, counterfeit passports, and other illegal activities. The episode highlights the sophistication and organization of drug cartels and how they work with routine travelers to conceal drugs and other banned substances.
Overall, Airport Security: Colombia season 1 episode 3, "Cocaine Capsules," is a gripping insight into the work of Colombia's airport security forces. The episode showcases how they protect the travelers and maintain the safety of the airport amid the smuggling of illegal narcotics and other infractions.