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El Mencho, a notorious drug lord, was buried in a lavish golden coffin in Mexico, reflecting the opulence associated with his criminal empire.

A drug trafficking ring operating in the wider Athens area has been disbanded, resulting in the arrest of three foreign nationals.

A 26-year-old driver was arrested with over 3 kg of drugs concealed in a gift-wrapped box on the Fernão Dias highway in Vargem, São Paulo.

The police seized over 290 kg of cocaine from an abandoned vehicle near the Guaporé River in Brazil's Mato Grosso state during a routine patrol.

A 26-year-old learner driver was arrested for drug driving during his driving test in St Helens, UK, after police detected cannabis odor and a faulty brake light.

Nemencio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), was buried in a golden coffin in Zapopan, Mexico, surrounded by heavy security and floral tributes.

Police in Bengaluru, India, have seized LSD worth ₹10 crores from a luxury apartment, marking the largest such operation in Karnataka.

A man from southern Norrland was sentenced to prison for throwing a grenade at an apartment building door in Värnamo due to a drug debt.

A 19-year-old woman was arrested after police uncovered narcotics hidden in a beverage distributor's premises in Brazil.

Police in São Paulo are investigating the death of a woman found with signs of violence on the Imigrantes highway.

Ecuador's police, along with the Prosecutor's Office, carried out a significant operation across three provinces, resulting in the seizure of over $1 million from an organized crime group.

A drug dealer was arrested in Marseille while riding a scooter, leading to the seizure of nearly a kilogram of cocaine from a nearby Airbnb.

Two suspects, linked to serious crimes including homicide and drug trafficking, were killed during a clash with police in Itabaiana, Brazil.

The family of a murder victim in a motel drug case criticized the police for their investigation practices after learning details from media reports rather than through official channels.

The Supreme Court of Norway has dismissed an appeal by a Latvian man sentenced to over 11 years in prison for extensive drug trafficking involving the smuggling of significant quantities of hashish into Scandinavia.

The Central Crime Branch of Karnataka has busted an international drug syndicate in Bengaluru, seizing a massive amount of drugs including LSD, hydro ganja, and charas valued at around 10 crore rupees.

The leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, was buried in a lavish golden coffin amidst significant military presence during his funeral in Zapopan, Mexico.

Three people have been arrested and charged with concealing a 37-year-old prisoner who escaped custody.

The trial of Jamie Felix revolves around whether he acted out of paranoia from substance abuse or was a victim of a frame-up in the shooting deaths of five individuals in Winnipeg.

At the funeral of Nemesio Oseguera 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, a rosette-shaped flower arrangement caught attention, likely linked to his nickname.

A man was arrested by the Municipal Guard in Joinville, Santa Catarina, for transporting 111 vials of the weight-loss drug tirzepatide, believed to be brought illegally from Paraguay.

A 30-year-old man was arrested in Porto Real, Brazil, for drug trafficking after police found 5 kg of hashish hidden in a concealed compartment of his car.

A curfew will be enforced in Guayas, El Oro, Santo Domingo, and Los Ríos from March 15 to 30 as part of Ecuador's fight against drug trafficking and organized crime.

A 29-year-old man was arrested with more than 3.5 kg of cocaine and other drugs in Volta Redonda, Brazil, during a police operation targeting drug trafficking.

Two men were arrested in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, for drug trafficking activities.

Dyogo Hilario Tocafundo, the father of influencer Duda Freire, has been sentenced to five years and ten months in prison for drug trafficking.

The 14th Military Police Battalion introduced three new sniffer dogs in Ipatinga to help combat drug trafficking and crime in the region.

Seven people were arrested in Dourados, Brazil, during an operation that seized four tons of marijuana and seven pistols, highlighting a significant drug trafficking issue in the region.

Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa announced a new phase in the fight against organized crime and drug trafficking, including military and police operations in collaboration with regional allies.

A cemetery in Prata, Brazil, has been used by drug traffickers as a distribution point and storage for narcotics since 2025, leading to multiple arrests.

The article discusses the possibility of Norway becoming a drug state if it fails to combat organized crime related to cocaine trafficking, drawing parallels with Colombia's history of drug violence.

A police operation in Itaperuna led to the arrest of nine individuals suspected of drug trafficking and planning attacks.

A 33-year-old man was arrested for drug trafficking in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, after police received tips about a drug selling operation.

Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa announced a curfew in four provinces as part of a new strategy to combat organized crime and drug trafficking during a police graduation ceremony.

Icelandic authorities seized 800 kilos of drugs in the past year, showcasing a significant effort in combating drug trafficking.

Dmitry Uritskiy, convicted in a significant drug trafficking case, reportedly seeks freedom with support from former criminals while incarcerated.

A 27-year-old man, identified as 'Coreano', evaded police after being anonymously reported for drug delivery in Alto Alegre, Brazil.

In a court session, a prosecutor requested a severe sentence for a young man accused of large-scale drug trafficking and involving a minor, sparking a controversial comparison by the defense attorney.

Three men were arrested with over 400 kilograms of cocaine base in Porangaba, São Paulo, during a police operation on the Castello Branco highway.

The Civil Police of Pernambuco arrested two women on drug trafficking charges and seized over 14 kilograms of drugs valued at about R$ 1 million during a stop on highway BR-232.

The Civil Police of Rondônia is investigating prisoners linked to a criminal faction suspected of plotting attacks on penal agents as revenge for their actions against drug trafficking in prisons.

Two men were arrested in Volta Redonda, Brazil, on suspicion of drug trafficking after police were tipped off about their activities.

Customs officials at Svinesund have seized 325 kilograms of hashish from smugglers, according to a statement from the Customs Agency.

A drug trafficking suspect was arrested in Maceió after police found a significant amount of marijuana and a firearm at his residence.

A woman was kidnapped in Maravilha, Alagoas, Brazil, while holding her child, and her body was later discovered in a neighboring city amid drug trafficking motives.

Ecuador faces escalating violence and insecurity due to organized crime, drug trafficking, and illegal mining, which have contributed to a situation being described as a non-international armed conflict.

Three greenhouses containing marijuana plants were discovered inside an apartment in the Pituaçu neighborhood of Salvador, Brazil.

The Military Police seized a significant quantity of drugs in Belo Horizonte following an anonymous tip about drug trafficking activity.

A woman from Jonava, Lithuania, faces a potential 10-year prison sentence for illegally acquiring 5 grams of cocaine and 13 pamphlets containing carfentanil.

A criminal case concerning illegal drug possession has been forwarded to the Kaunas District Court involving a woman and a resident of Jonava.