A German woman in her sixties is facing serious legal consequences after attempting to smuggle twenty kilograms of strong narcotics into Iceland, motivated by financial struggles linked to her son's arrest in France. She was offered a payment of two to three thousand euros for her efforts, a sum that translates to approximately 290,000 to 340,000 Icelandic krónur. Currently, she could face up to twelve years in prison for this offense.

The case highlights one of the largest drug smuggling incidents in Iceland's history, involving the importation of a total of fifteen kilograms of ketamine and five kilograms of MDMA crystals. The trial commenced this morning at the Reykjanes District Court, where three individuals are accused of orchestrating the significant import. The police and customs seized these narcotics from a vehicle during routine checks on September 19.

This incident sheds light on the increasing challenges Iceland faces regarding drug trafficking and the severe repercussions that individuals involved in smuggling operations may encounter. The historical context of drug laws in Iceland and recent trends in narcotics suggests a rising concern for law enforcement as they tackle this growing issue, drawing public attention to the legal system's handling of drug-related crimes.