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Spanish Authorities Seize 3.3 Tons of Cocaine from Venezuelan Vessel
Spanish police and customs officials have successfully intercepted a Venezuelan fishing vessel near the Canary Islands, seizing a staggering 3.3 tons of cocaine and arresting all 10 crew members aboard. The operation, which occurred on Saturday, uncovered 110 packages of cocaine, each weighing approximately 30 kilograms (66 pounds). The ship, described as aging and operating without lights, was deemed too unsafe to tow, leading authorities to sink it after the seizure.
The crew members, all identified as Latin American nationals, were detained and transported to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for further processing. This operation is part of a broader international investigation led by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), in collaboration with police forces in Brazil and Portugal. The investigation, which commenced in mid-November, focused on dismantling a criminal network responsible for smuggling significant amounts of cocaine from Latin America to Europe.
This seizure follows a record-breaking cocaine bust in October when Spanish authorities intercepted nearly 13 tons of cocaine in Algeciras, underscoring Spain's critical role as a primary gateway for the illicit drug entering Europe. The ongoing crackdown highlights the global efforts to combat the growing drug trade and its devastating impact on societies worldwide.
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