Police revealed in court that body scans conducted on two Nepali nationals accused of smuggling drugs into Maldives have show 89 drug bullets concealed in the body of one individual, and 53 in the other. 

The two Nepali nationals arrested on suspicion of smuggling and trafficking drugs are Nikka Thamang, 47, and Ithrani Gale', 40. 

As a second extension of their remand, the court has ordered them held in custody for 30 additional days. 

Thamang's remand order states that a body scan showed foreign bodies concealed in his body. Police who responded at the scene reported that 89 drug bullets had been found concealed in his body. A urine test also showed him positive for use of cocaine. 

Gale's remand order states that a body scan showed foreign bodies concealed in her body, with police reporting finding 53 drug bullets. A Customs case report had also been filed. 

As per the court order, the Investigating Officer has said that a large quantity of drugs had been smuggled in concealed in their bodies. The two have requested legal representation through the State, and the Investigating Officer has said that their statements have not yet been taken as legal counsel is yet to be arranged.