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The Romanian Customs Authority has launched an investigation at the Otopeni Airport Customs Office following the disappearance of nearly €700,000. The funds were seized in January 2026 during a customs control from a traveler arriving from Dubai. An internal audit is underway to assess compliance with retention and storage procedures. The disappearance was discovered while preparing to return the money after a case closure order was issued. The storage area lacks video surveillance, although access corridors are monitored. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the missing funds.