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Further investigation revealed that the air filter had been removed and replaced with-cigarette packages hidden underneath. This indicated a deliberate attempt to conceal prohibited items inside commonly inaccessible compartments. The empty spaces within the engine bay were exploited for storing contraband, demonstrating a calculated concealment strategy.

Concealment Techniques and Structural Coverings

Authorities inspected the skirting area—a section around the vehicle’s underside—using probing tools to differentiate between hollow and solid sections. This technique helps identify cavities where items could be hidden. Such coverings are typical routes used for concealment, particularly in high-clearance vehicles that have additional gaps and spaces.