Peruvian Woman Arrested in Bali for Drug Smuggling Hidden in Sex Toy

In a surprising high-profile drug case, a woman from Peru has been arrested in Bali for allegedly trying to smuggle drugs valued at approximately $70,000 into Indonesia.

A 42-year-old woman, identified only by the initials N.S., has been arrested for allegedly attempting to smuggle a large quantity of drugs into Bali. Authorities report that she was carrying approximately $70,000 worth of cocaine and ecstasy, cleverly hidden in her clothing and a sex toy. According to Police Director Radiant of Bali's narcotics unit, customs officials grew suspicious of her behavior during the inspection process.

The investigation revealed that she concealed the narcotics in multiple layers; specifically, 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs) of cocaine was found sealed in six plastic packages and secured with black duct tape in a green bra. Furthermore, three additional packages were secreted in her underwear, while a sex toy, which had been inserted into her body, also contained drugs.

N.S. reportedly confessed to being paid $19,000 to transport the drugs, a deal she accepted after connecting with a contact on the dark web back in April. She arrived in Bali via a flight from Barcelona, Spain, with a layover in Doha, landing at the international airport on August 12. Upon suspicion raised by customs officials, she was taken into custody and faced immediate charges under Indonesia's stringent drug laws.

If convicted, she could face severe penalties, including the death penalty, although Indonesia has temporarily halted executions since 2017. Previous high-profile cases include three British citizens who, last month, narrowly escaped capital punishment after smuggling cocaine disguised as dessert mixes into the country. As the situation unfolds, Bali continues to grapple with the persistent challenges of drug trafficking and enforcement.