Gangs of corrupt baggage handlers at Sydney Airport, the largest airport in Australia, are involved in activities that range from stealing valuables out of suitcases to using passengers’ bags to smuggle drugs and stolen goods, The Australian reported Monday. A classified government report also says some Asian-recruited Qantas flight crew are “high-risk” and may be involved in the importation of narcotics but are not kept track of adequately by Customs officials, according to The Australian. The report also said 39 security screeners had serious criminal convictions, and 14 were suspected illegal immigrants. Government officials said the investigations are ongoing and safety precautions are adequate, and the flying public shouldn’t panic.
Holes Found In Sydney Airport Security
Key Takeaways:
- Corrupt baggage handlers at Sydney Airport are reportedly involved in stealing valuables and using passenger bags to smuggle drugs and stolen goods.
- A classified government report identified "high-risk" Asian-recruited Qantas flight crew potentially involved in narcotics importation, with inadequate tracking by Customs.
- The report also raised concerns about airport security, noting 39 security screeners had serious criminal convictions and 14 were suspected illegal immigrants.
- Despite these findings, government officials state investigations are ongoing, safety precautions are adequate, and the flying public should not panic.
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