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2024-11-22 08:19:12 UTC

Authorities in Peru made a significant drug bust this week, uncovering more than 9,400 kilograms of cocaine alkaloid hidden in a shipment of passion fruit pulp destined for Belgium.
https://smugglewire.com/peruvian-authorities-find-9400-kg-of-cocaine-in-passion-fruit-pulp/

2024-11-21 06:05:13 UTC

In a routine patrol on Highway 382 in Ponta Porã, Brazil, officers from the Border Operations Department (DOF) intercepted two vehicles in the rural outskirts of Ponta Porã, leading to one of the largest drug seizures in the area recently.
https://smugglewire.com/245-kilograms-of-cocaine-intercepted-by-dof-on-brazilian-highway/

2024-11-20 12:39:37 UTC

Nicaraguan authorities recently seized 151 packages of cocaine during a military operation along the southern coast near Masachapa.
https://smugglewire.com/nicaraguan-military-intercepts-151-cocaine-packages-on-pacific-coast/

2024-11-20 08:28:49 UTC

At Bamako’s Modibo Keïta International Airport (Mail), customs officials uncovered €1,270,000 (approximately 833 million CFA francs) concealed in a passenger’s suitcase during routine checks.
https://smugglewire.com/e1-27-million-in-cash-seized-at-bamako-airport/

2024-11-19 19:20:05 UTC

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On November 19, 2024, the Guatemalan Army disclosed the interception of a vessel in the Atlantic waters off Izabal, revealing a substantial cocaine seizure.
Read all about it at https://smugglewire.com/3905-bricks-cocaine-bust-off-guatemalas-coast/

2024-11-17 18:03:47 UTC

The debate surrounding cocaine and coca farmers is deeply interwoven with cultural, economic, and legal complexities. While the world often condemns cocaine as a scourge, the reality for coca farmers is much more nuanced.
https://smugglewire.com/coca-farmers-between-survival-and-stigma/

2024-11-17 06:37:26 UTC

In a bizarre twist at Peru’s Jorge Chávez International Airport, security personnel discovered a man attempting to smuggle out an astonishing collection of live creatures strapped to his body.
https://smugglewire.com/320-tarantulas-found-on-passenger-at-peru-airport/

2024-11-16 18:08:40 UTC

Over 5 Tons of Cocaine Found in Bananas at Ecuador’s Guayaquil Port.
https://youtube.com/shorts/GUgqrzPFDf8

2024-11-16 13:00:47 UTC

Ecuadorian authorities have announced the seizure of over five tons of cocaine at the port of Guayaquil, marking a notable event in their ongoing efforts to curb drug trafficking.
https://smugglewire.com/over-5-tons-of-cocaine-found-in-bananas-guayaquil-port/

2024-11-15 22:41:51 UTC

Spanish authorities have successfully intercepted a fishing vessel, named ‘Gloria Figueroa’, carrying over 4,000 kg cocaïne.
https://smugglewire.com/spanish-authorities-seize-4-tons-of-cocaine/

2024-11-15 18:04:30 UTC

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India: Authorities seized 700 kilograms of methamphetamine worth approximately $420 million off the coast of Gujarat in a major anti-drug operation. The drugs, found on a boat, were part of a suspected international smuggling network. Eight Iranian nationals aboard the vessel were arrested.

2024-11-13 18:00:12 UTC

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The Federal Police, in collaboration with the Military Police of Paraná, Brazil, arrested a man on November 12, 2024, carrying 70.4 kg of cocaine hidden in a false bottom of a pickup truck during a road inspection on PR-487 between Luiziana and Campo Mourão, Paraná.

2024-11-13 11:12:25 UTC

In Brazil, a 26-year-old woman was arrested in Canindé, Ceará, while transporting 67 kg of drugs from São Paulo. She was traveling with an bus, carrying 30 kg of marijuana and 37 kg of cocaine in her luggage. Authorities discovered the drugs during a routine check after she transferred to a ride service. She faces drug trafficking charges, which could lead to up to 15 years in prison. The investigation is ongoing to identify others connected to the operation. https://image.nostr.build/d5676395e0d195d17d8bab22f993a1aad2f70a3bd0bd20081b0fbc69fe6fb5ad.jpg

2024-11-10 16:28:04 UTC

In a major operation against drug trafficking, Marseille authorities have reported the arrest of 15 individuals and the seizure of nearly €1.2 million.
https://smugglewire.com/e1-2-million-seized-in-marseille-anti-drug-operation/

2024-11-10 07:17:25 UTC

Anti-narcotics authorities in the Dominican Republic seized a significant 2.2-ton shipment of cocaine on Saturday, marking the country’s second-largest cocaine bust on record.
https://smugglewire.com/2-2-ton-cocaine-seized-in-dominican-republic/

2024-11-09 18:53:01 UTC

In a shocking twist, the Spanish National Police have detained Óscar Sánchez Gil, head of the country’s economic crime and anti-money laundering unit, over alleged ties to a major drug trafficking network. Sánchez Gil and his wife, who is also an officer, were reportedly hiding over €20 million in illicit gains at their home.
https://smugglewire.com/spains-top-anti-money-laundering-officer-arrested-over-ties-to-drug-syndicate/

2024-11-09 13:52:56 UTC

Turkey’s Ministry of Trade has announced a significant drug seizure at the Gurbulak border crossing in Agri, located in the eastern part of the country.
https://youtube.com/shorts/wvCjrAgnFhI

2024-11-08 16:50:33 UTC

A major drug bust took place at the Port of Salvador on Tuesday afternoon (October 5) when Brazilian Federal Police and the Federal Revenue Service intercepted 969 kilograms of cocaine, which were set to be shipped to Belgium.
https://smugglewire.com/1-ton-of-cocaine-salvador-port/

2024-11-07 20:50:31 UTC

In a sweeping crackdown against organized crime, Italian law enforcement has arrested 59 individuals connected to the powerful ‘Ndrangheta mafia in a series of dawn raids across Calabria.
https://smugglewire.com/ndrangheta-maffia-59-arrests/

2024-11-07 18:46:14 UTC

Honduran police seized 462 kilograms of cocaine concealed in animal feed sacks on a truck headed for the Guatemalan border. The bust, carried out by Honduran authorities in the northern region of Cortés, underscores ongoing efforts to dismantle regional drug trafficking networks.
https://smugglewire.com/over-460-kilos-of-cocaine-hidden-in-animal-feed-bags/

2024-11-06 20:31:58 UTC

Honduran police seized 462 kilograms of cocaine concealed in animal feed sacks on a truck headed for the Guatemalan border.
https://smugglewire.com/over-460-kilos-of-cocaine-hidden-in-animal-feed-bags/

2024-11-05 17:44:05 UTC

1 Ton of Cocaine Seized by Mexican Army in Sonora
https://m.youtube.com/shorts/oh5MYJgLOC4

2024-11-05 13:50:56 UTC

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2024-11-05 13:39:53 UTC

A former officer of the Bolivian Air Force has been detained by Argentine authorities for allegedly attempting to smuggle almost half a ton of cocaine. The 475 kilograms of drugs were seized from his aircraft, which landed in a rural zone near Rosario, a city in Santa Fe Province.
https://smugglewire.com/pilot-arrested-for-smuggling-475-kilograms-of-cocaine-into-argentina/

2024-11-05 07:01:58 UTC

The National Police of Nicaragua apprehended a Nicaraguan national along with four foreign nationals suspected of involvement in international drug trafficking, money laundering, and organized crime.
https://smugglewire.com/263-kilos-of-cocaine-seized-5-arrested-in-nicaragua/

2024-11-02 19:40:17 UTC

Drug trafficking is an industry in constant evolution. Each time law enforcement intensifies control measures, cartels respond with inventive and sometimes unexpected methods to keep operations moving.
https://smugglewire.com/from-rotterdam-to-scandinavia-the-shifting-geography-of-drug-smuggling/

2024-11-01 16:19:31 UTC

In a major milestone in the fight against drug trafficking, Bolivia announced on Tuesday that it has destroyed 21.6 tonnes of cocaine following the country’s largest-ever drug seizure.
https://smugglewire.com/bolivia-21-6-tonnes-of-cocaine/

2024-11-01 12:16:02 UTC

Quito Airport Uncovers 385 KG of Cocaine
https://youtube.com/shorts/tOj5b0WGniQ?si=_Xxrx01cA6k-bice

2024-11-01 12:10:37 UTC

In a significant operation coordinated between Colombian and Ecuadorian law enforcement, authorities have successfully seized 834 kilograms of cocaine hidden in a rice storage warehouse in Ecuador.
https://smugglewire.com/834-kilos-of-cocaine-hidden-in-rice-warehouse/

2024-11-01 11:45:12 UTC

A Colombian-origin semi-submersible was intercepted off the coast of Clipperton Island, a French territory, carrying a significant load of cocaine.
https://smugglewire.com/5-tons-of-cocaine-found-in-narco-submarine/

2024-11-01 11:43:04 UTC

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https://smugglewire.com/438-kilograms-of-cocaine-found-in-hidden-truck-compartment/

2024-11-01 11:41:47 UTC

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https://smugglewire.com/438-kilograms-of-cocaine-found-in-hidden-truck-compartment/

2024-10-30 13:47:35 UTC

Authorities have seized a significant shipment of cocaine at the port of Buenaventura, Colombia, destined for the Netherlands. The shipment, valued at over 2 million euros, contained 962 kilograms of cocaine hydrochloride concealed within cow hides.
https://smugglewire.com/962-kg-cocaine-concealed-in-cow-skins/

2024-10-29 12:46:42 UTC

In a decisive action against organized crime, the Mexican Army confiscated nearly a ton of cocaine in the northern state of Sonora, impacting the nation’s fight against narcotics trafficking.
https://smugglewire.com/1-ton-of-cocaine-seized-by-mexican-army-in-sonora/

2024-10-28 19:12:02 UTC

438 Kilograms of Cocaine Found in Hidden Truck Compartment.
https://youtube.com/shorts/5GPIRdptFFk

2024-10-28 09:37:31 UTC

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438 Kilograms of Cocaine Found in Hidden Truck Compartment

2024-10-28 09:34:39 UTC

The Punjab Police have successfully dismantled a cross-border drug cartel, recovering 105 kilograms of heroin. This raid was carried out following detailed intelligence gathering and surveillance, highlighting the ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region.

2024-10-27 16:21:27 UTC

The Federal Highway Police (PRF) recently made a significant drug discovery in Umuarama, Brazil. On October 24, they seized 438 kilograms of cocaine hidden in a truck. The police had received tips suggesting illegal activity, which led them to stop the vehicle for inspection. https://smugglewire.com/438-kilograms-of-cocaine-found-in-hidden-truck-compartment/

2024-10-27 16:20:37 UTC

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2024-10-26 12:27:09 UTC

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police uncovered 384 brick-sized packages hidden under flowers. These packages contained a whitish substance, which tested positive for cocaine hydrochloride, weighing a total of 385 kilos.
https://smugglewire.com/quito-airport-uncovers-385-kilos-of-cocaine/

2024-10-25 18:04:50 UTC

⚠️🚢The U.S. Coast Guard has scored a major win in the battle against drug trafficking. The crew of the Cutter Resolute recently offloaded nearly 4,400 kilograms of cocaine and 2,490 kilograms of marijuana at their homeport in St. Petersburg, Florida. That’s more than $115 million!
https://youtube.com/shorts/AMSdamAI79I

2024-10-25 14:45:13 UTC

When authorities pursued a suspicious pickup truck, the driver abandoned the vehicle, fleeing on foot. When authorities pursued a suspicious pickup truck, the driver abandoned the vehicle, fleeing on foot.
https://smugglewire.com/180-bricks-of-cocaine-found-in-abandoned-vehicle/

2024-10-24 15:24:45 UTC

🚨 Major drug bust in Málaga! Spanish National Police seized 420kg of cocaine hidden in a truck’s secret compartment. Two suspects were arrested during the operation.
https://smugglewire.com/malaga-national-police-seize-420-kilograms-of-cocaine-in-truck/

2024-10-23 08:44:09 UTC

100,000 XTC and Methamphetamine Pills Seized by Guardia Civil
https://youtube.com/shorts/oP5ajqeC4Mw?si=2cXsJo1fm8jQlnOq

2024-10-22 21:12:33 UTC

Dutch Customs Seizes 80 Kg of Cannabis at Schiphol Airport hidden within a shipment of blankets and mattresses.
https://smugglewire.com/dutch-customs-seizes-80-kg-of-cannabis-at-schiphol-airport/

2024-10-22 15:19:49 UTC

On Thursday, October 17, 2024, Australian Border Force (ABF) officers identified irregularities in an x-ray scan of a shipping container that had recently arrived from Italy. This led to a thorough examination of the consignment, during which authorities uncovered 30 packages hidden within the engine compartment of the refrigerated container.
https://smugglewire.com/30-kilograms-cocaine-refrigerated-container/

2024-10-22 15:17:29 UTC

the Guardia Civil in the province of Badajoz has successfully seized 100,000 xtc and methamphetamine pills, weighing a total of 40 kilograms.
https://smugglewire.com/100000-xtc-and-methamphetamine-pills-seized/

2024-10-22 14:13:18 UTC

Dutch Customs Seize 2kg of Cocaine Hidden in Mobility Scooter Battery on Flight from Suriname.
https://smugglewire.com/dutch-customs-cocaine-in-mobility-scooter-battery/

2024-10-22 08:41:48 UTC

The Guardia Civil in the province of Badajoz has successfully seized 100,000 xtc and methamphetamine pills, weighing a total of 40kg. These drugs were concealed within music speakers shipped from the Netherlands.
https://smugglewire.com/100000-xtc-and-methamphetamine-pills-seized/

2024-10-21 20:51:45 UTC

€4 Million cash, 360kg of Cocaine and Luxury Vehicles Seized: 66 Arrests Across Europe
https://youtube.com/shorts/5MyVYQQTW_Q

2024-10-21 17:13:27 UTC

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2024-10-21 15:25:07 UTC

€4 Million, 360kg of Cocaine, Luxury Vehicles, Seized: 66 Arrests Across Europe.
https://smugglewire.com/cash-cocaine-luxury-vehicles-firearms-66-arrests-europe/