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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Police seize R$ 33,000, weapons, and car during operation investigating 'Químico', a suspect of drug trafficking in Piracicaba

Brazilian police seized cash, weapons, and a vehicle during an operation targeting a suspected drug trafficker known as 'Químico' in Piracicaba.

Feb 27 • 22:27 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Trump administration blocks Venezuela from paying Maduro's legal bills amid federal charges

The Trump administration has intervened to prevent the Venezuelan government from paying former President Nicolás Maduro's legal expenses related to drug trafficking and weapons charges.

Feb 26 • 03:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspect arrested for murder in Santa Inês

A suspect has been arrested in Santa Inês, Brazil, in connection with a homicide and further investigations linked to another murder, with the police seizing weapons and drugs during the arrest.

Feb 25 • 19:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Two men are arrested and weapons, drugs, and trafficking materials are seized in Riachão do Jacuípe

Two men were arrested in Riachão do Jacuípe with firearms, drugs, and trafficking materials during a police operation.

Feb 25 • 19:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The 'iron river': how weapons purchased in the U.S. nourished El Mencho's arsenal

The article discusses how the death of notorious drug lord El Mencho has raised concerns about the flow of weapons from the U.S. to Mexico, highlighting that around 80% of guns recovered at crime scenes in Mexico were acquired from the U.S.

Feb 24 • 22:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man is arrested and teenager apprehended for drug trafficking in Resende

A 26-year-old man was arrested and an 18-year-old minor was apprehended for drug trafficking in Resende, Brazil, following a police operation that uncovered a cache of weapons and drugs.

Feb 24 • 15:33 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Dozens arrested in a raid in the south on suspicion of illegal arms trafficking and possession

Dozens were arrested in a police raid in southern Israel on suspicion of trafficking and possessing illegal weapons.

Feb 24 • 06:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

‘El Mencho’ attacked with Russian rocket launchers: Here is the weapon that ‘shot down’ an army helicopter in 2015

The leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), ‘El Mencho,’ was captured, revealing a significant arsenal that included Russian-made weapons, highlighting the cartel's international reach.

Feb 23 • 19:50 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Hitmen, weapons and armored vehicles... What you need to know about the CJNG cartel in Mexico after the death of Nemesio Oseguera, alias 'El Mencho'

The leader of the CJNG cartel, Nemesio Oseguera, was killed by Mexican army forces, prompting violent retaliation from the cartel.

Feb 23 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspect of attempting to kill a man inside a house arrested with weapons and drugs in Bom Jesus do Itabapoana

A man suspected of attempted murder was arrested in Bom Jesus do Itabapoana, Brazil, where police found him in possession of firearms and drugs while investigating a shooting incident that occurred earlier this year.

Feb 22 • 16:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Police seize weapons and drugs after reports of a stolen motorcycle and trafficking in Várzea da Palma

Police in Várzea da Palma apprehended weapons and drugs during an operation triggered by reports of a stolen motorcycle and drug trafficking activities.

Feb 20 • 18:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspect of Leading Gun Attacks Arrested in Campos dos Goytacazes

A man suspected of leading gun attacks in Campos dos Goytacazes has been arrested by the military police, with weapons and drug trafficking materials seized.

Feb 19 • 13:01 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

The ATF claims to have seized more than 4,000 weapons heading to Mexico in just over a year

The ATF reports the seizure of over 4,000 firearms and nearly 650,000 rounds of ammunition intended for Mexican drug cartels since January 2025.

Feb 18 • 21:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Stuffed toy, cargo of oats, luxury brand, and even in nails: the hiding places for drugs and weapons discovered by police in ES

Police in Espírito Santo are uncovering unusual methods criminals use to hide and transport drugs and weapons.

Feb 18 • 07:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

A Moscow court sent an American to prison for attempting to export parts for a Kalashnikov

An American has been sentenced by a Moscow court for trying to export parts related to Kalashnikov weapons.

Feb 17 • 06:46 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Seizure of weapons, drugs, and vehicles linked to the Sinaloa Cartel in Villaflores, Chiapas

A coordinated operation in Mexico led to the seizure of high-caliber weapons, drugs, and vehicles associated with the Sinaloa Cartel in Villaflores, Chiapas.

Feb 16 • 14:58 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Blow to the Chiapas-Guatemala Cartel Leaves 12 Arrested, Drugs and Weapons Seized

Twelve individuals linked to the Chiapas-Guatemala Cartel were arrested for illegal possession of weapons and narcotics in Cintalapa, Chiapas.

Feb 15 • 20:31 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: Police discover arsenal of weapons and heavy ammunition in the back of a cabinet on the border of MG with RJ

Police in a joint operation uncovered a significant cache of weapons and ammunition on the border between Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 13 • 08:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

Hashish, marijuana, cocaine, and war weapons: a group of drug traffickers who attempted to shoot at the police in El Ejido are arrested

A group of drug traffickers was arrested in El Ejido after one suspect attempted to shoot at the police during a drug operation.

Feb 12 • 15:38 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Recruitment through networks and payments of up to 14,000 dollars: a network traffics weapons from Arizona to Mexico

An investigation reveals how a network traffics high-caliber weapons from Arizona to Mexico, raising concerns over the lack of controls on arms sales in the U.S.

Feb 11 • 04:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PM finds drugs hidden on bar roof used as a trafficking point and couple is arrested

A couple was arrested in Itueta for allegedly using a bar as a drug trafficking point, where the police seized crack, marijuana, cocaine, and firearms after monitoring the location.

Feb 6 • 13:05 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

BNS Sprintas: aiming to define LRT mission and the human trafficking and drug case

This article discusses an interview with the head of the Bundestag's Defense Committee, focusing on various international issues including human trafficking and a nuclear arsenal agreement.

Feb 5 • 15:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Fugitive from Justice is arrested with weapon and ammunition in Sapucaia

A 57-year-old fugitive was arrested in Sapucaia, Brazil, on charges of drug trafficking, along with a weapon and ammunition.

Feb 4 • 11:27 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

PHOTO/VIDEO: A laboratory for various drugs and – gun found in an apartment in Črnomerec

Zagreb police conducted a criminal investigation into a 45-year-old suspect linked to the unauthorized production and trafficking of drugs and possession of weapons, which led to the discovery of a drug laboratory with hallucinogenic mushrooms in his Črnomerec apartment.

Feb 4 • 10:04 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Attack on Police by Drug Traffickers in Navi Mumbai

A fierce clash occurred between drug traffickers and Mumbai police in Ulwe, Navi Mumbai, where armed suspects attacked the police team with dangerous weapons during an attempt to apprehend a drug offender.

Feb 4 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Nicolás Maduro has been detained for 30 days, these are the charges he faces in the U.S.

Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, have been held in federal custody for 30 days in the U.S. on charges related to drug trafficking and weapons possession following their capture in Venezuela.

Feb 2 • 15:23 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Weapons, Stolen Goods, and Luxury Cars – Major Police Operation Against Criminal Networks in the North

A coordinated police operation across three federal states uncovered connections between arms trafficking and organized theft, leading to the seizure of firearms, stun grenades, and large amounts of stolen goods, with one suspect arrested.

Feb 2 • 13:49 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Crime & Justice

War weapons for assaulting ships at sea: a network that introduced 2,500 kilos of cocaine in Cádiz from Colombia has been dismantled

A joint operation by customs officials, Guardia Civil, and National Police led to the arrest of 30 individuals and the dismantling of three criminal organizations linked to the 'Balkan Cartel' in Spain.

Jan 15 • 10:12 UTC
🇺🇸 NPR
Crime & Justice

The NYC jail holding Maduro has a history of big names and dangerous conditions

Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores are being held in a notorious New York City jail while facing federal charges related to drug trafficking and weapons.

Jan 5 • 18:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

Maduro appears in New York before a court and pleads not guilty to all charges: "I remain the president of my country"

Nicolás Maduro pleaded not guilty to charges of drug trafficking and weapons possession in a New York court, asserting his claim to the presidency of Venezuela.

Jan 5 • 17:20 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Captured Venezuelan dictator Maduro faces New York federal judge after dramatic palace raid

Nicolas Maduro, the former Venezuelan dictator captured during a raid, will face drug trafficking and weapons charges in a New York federal court, alongside his wife Cilia Flores who was also arrested.

Jan 5 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Venezuela - US, the news after Trump's attack. Maduro and his wife heading to the Brooklyn prison, the same as El Chapo, Ghislaine Maxwell, and P Diddy

President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores have been arrested and charged with narcoterrorism, drug trafficking, and use of weapons in a swift operation by the US military, creating a leadership vacuum in Venezuela.

Jan 3 • 23:13 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
Crime & Justice

Maduro indicted in New York – US attorney general

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife have been indicted in New York on drug trafficking and weapons possession charges, prompting military actions by the US against Venezuela.

Jan 3 • 12:49 UTC

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