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🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

800 kilos of drugs seized last year

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

Mar 2 • 17:51 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Customs Seized a Record Amount of Drugs and Controlled Substances Last Year

Finland's Customs seized a record-breaking 2,574 kilograms of illegal drugs last year, marking a significant increase from previous years, with a particularly large amount of cocaine and other substances confiscated.

Mar 2 • 07:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A Surprising Change Revealed by Customs Statistics

Customs statistics from Finland show a significant increase in cigarette seizures alongside a notable rise in drug confiscations for 2025.

Mar 2 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Security Base Completes 100 Days of Reinforcement and Good Results

The Security Base in Rio das Ostras, Brazil, shows significant results after 100 days of operation, including numerous arrests and drug seizures.

Mar 1 • 03:02 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

From drug seizures in underwear to larger crime networks - how are they connected in Södertälje?

This article discusses the connections between various criminal networks in Södertälje involved in drug offenses and suspected economic crimes.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Criminal group involved in drug trafficking and using a drone to monitor the arrival of police is dismantled in Itamarandiba

A criminal group involved in drug trafficking in Itamarandiba was dismantled by the Police with arrests and significant drug seizures.

Feb 26 • 13:45 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Record drug seizures in Cameroon: Africa, a transit zone but also a consumption area

Cameroon has intercepted 2.5 tons of drugs, including cocaine and tramadol, highlighting the country's role as both a transit route and a consumption hub for narcotics.

Feb 25 • 14:39 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

AADE: Millions in cash, drugs, and thousands of contraband items seized by AADE

Greek customs authorities continue to effectively combat illegal trafficking across the country, leading to significant seizures of cash, drugs, and contraband goods.

Feb 24 • 15:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Two men die in confrontation with police in Salvador

Two men died after a shootout with police in Salvador's Fundão neighborhood, leading to significant drug and weapon seizures.

Feb 22 • 21:18 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Bukele's Government Boasts Drug Seizures During His Term in El Salvador: 30 Mexicans Have Been Arrested

The Salvadoran government announced significant drug seizures and arrests of traffickers, claiming success in combatting drug trafficking.

Feb 20 • 01:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Nine people arrested in operation against drug trafficking and illegal possession of arms in MA

Nine individuals were arrested in a drug trafficking and illegal arms possession operation in São João Batista, Brazil, with significant seizures made by the police.

Feb 19 • 18:36 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Seizure of drone structures, weapons, tactical equipment, and drugs after searches in Michoacán

Federal and state authorities in Michoacán seized various illegal items, including drone structures, weapons, and drugs, during a judicial search in Uruapan.

Feb 14 • 04:36 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Authorities in Michoacán seize 1.45 million pesos and several doses of drugs after a raid

In Michoacán, authorities seized 1.45 million pesos in cash and various drugs during a coordinated police operation in the municipality of Jacona.

Feb 13 • 20:46 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

CBSA makes 3 large drug seizures at Canada-U.S. border crossing in Coutts, Alta.

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) seized over 1,000 kilograms of illegal drugs across three separate incidents at the Coutts border crossing.

Feb 13 • 18:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Group that delivered drugs using high-powered motorcycles and luxury cars is targeted in operation in MG

A police operation in Minas Gerais has dismantled a drug delivery group that used high-powered motorcycles and luxury cars for their operations, leading to multiple arrests and significant seizures.

Feb 13 • 16:22 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Over 700 arrested amid major gang and drug crackdown in Louisiana

A major crackdown on violent gangs and drug traffickers in Louisiana has led to over 700 arrests and significant seizures of drugs and firearms.

Feb 13 • 02:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Four people are arrested in Sergipe during an operation against interstate drug trafficking and money laundering

Four individuals were arrested in Sergipe, Brazil, during an operation focused on combating interstate drug trafficking and money laundering, involving significant drug seizures and collaboration among multiple states.

Feb 12 • 10:47 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Controlled Import from Litla-Hrauni

Icelandic police believe they have dismantled an international crime organization responsible for a significant portion of cocaine seizures in the country.

Feb 10 • 18:08 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Historically Large Drug Seizures for Customs

Swedish Customs reported record drug seizures in 2025, with a total of 10.5 tons confiscated, reflecting a significant increase in drug smuggling pressure in Sweden.

Feb 5 • 14:02 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Record Seizure of Narcotics: 'New Plateau'

Sweden experiences a record amount of heroin seizures last year, reaching 134 kilos, alongside historically high cocaine levels, although cocaine seizures slightly decreased.

Feb 5 • 09:01 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Kristi Noem highlights a 95% drop in daily crossings and record drug seizures after strengthening border security in Nogales

During her visit to Nogales, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced a significant drop in border crossings and record drug seizures due to enhanced security measures.

Feb 4 • 20:36 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Opacity prevails in the FGR regarding drug seizures and incineration

A report from the Internal Control Body of the Attorney General's Office highlights a lack of transparency in the handling of significant drug seizures and incinerations in Mexico.

Feb 4 • 07:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

Revealed: the crypto entrepreneur linked to illegal weight-loss drug operation

A crypto entrepreneur is connected to a large illegal weight-loss drug operation that was recently raided by enforcement officers in Northampton, leading to significant seizures of products and cash.

Jan 8 • 13:22 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

Huelva, the new drug smuggling hub of the south: cocaine seizures surge

The article discusses the increase in cocaine seizures in Huelva, highlighting a recent crackdown on a money-laundering network connected to drug trafficking in Málaga.

Dec 29 • 08:51 UTC

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