Police seizes nearly Rs 25 crore worth of US dollars & euros

KATHMANDU: The Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office has seized nearly NPR 25 crore worth of US dollars and euros, arresting one individual in connection with the discovery.

According to SSP Ramesh Basnet, the chief of the Crime Investigation Office, the cash was seized from a vehicle in the Tokha area during a late-night operation.

“Further investigation is underway,” Basnet said. “Due to the large amount of money, we are using a machine to count it.” He added that the total amount seized is an estimated value in Nepali rupees.

The police have stated that they will provide further details on the matter through a press conference later today.