Organized crime

Hell’s Angels Cocaine Ring Busted in Spain’s Valencia Port

Cocaine

Spanish police have dismantled a Hell’s Angels cocaine ring, seizing 1,000 kilograms of cocaine hidden in shipping containers at Valencia Port. The Europol-backed operation resulted in 20 arrests across Spain, Belgium, and France. Authorities say gang members used “spidermen” to scale container stacks and extract the hidden drugs using bolt cutters and saws. This takedown highlights the growing sophistication of criminal groups exploiting European ports to smuggle vast quantities of cocaine into the continent.

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Sydney Airport Cocaine Import Plot Foiled; Insiders Jailed

Cocaine

A bold attempt to smuggle 100kg of cocaine through Sydney Airport has been thwarted, resulting in significant jail sentences for three key players. Trusted insiders exploited their airport access, but the AFP’s swift action dismantled the operation. This case underscores the relentless efforts to combat drug trafficking and protect Australia from its devastating consequences.

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Syria Captagon Seizure Highlights Regional Drug Crisis

Drug Trafficking

Authorities in Syria and Saudi Arabia intercepted massive shipments of Captagon, seizing over 1.5 million pills in a major crackdown on the illicit drug trade. Captagon, a stimulant that has fueled conflicts and addiction in the Middle East, remains a top export from Syria, despite ongoing law enforcement efforts. With drug cartels exploiting regional instability, smuggling networks continue to thrive. As seizures increase, experts warn that without economic reforms, Syria’s drug trade will remain a global concern.

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FBI Puts Canadian Olympian-Turned-Drug Lord on Most Wanted List

Drug Trafficking

From Olympic slopes to the criminal underworld, former Canadian snowboarder Ryan Wedding has landed on the FBI’s 10 Most Wanted list. Authorities accuse him of leading a multi-national drug empire, smuggling 60 tons of cocaine per year, and ordering multiple murders tied to the operation. The U.S. is offering a $10 million reward for information leading to his arrest. His transformation from athlete to alleged cartel boss makes this one of the most shocking fugitive cases in recent history.

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Large Drug Cartel Arrest: Mexican Army Captures Key Sinaloa Figure

Drug Cartels

In a major victory against organized crime, the Mexican army arrested José Ángel Canobbio, a high-ranking member of the Sinaloa Cartel and close associate of Iván Archivaldo Guzmán. Canobbio, accused of overseeing security and fentanyl smuggling operations, was captured just hours after the U.S. officially designated the cartel as a foreign terrorist organization. His arrest signals intensified efforts by Mexican authorities to curb drug trafficking and respond to U.S. pressure.

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Cosa Nostra’s Encrypted Platform: How Number 1BC Shields the Mafia

Organized Crime

After law enforcement cracked EncroChat and Sky ECC, Cosa Nostra turned to Number 1BC for secure communication. Italian authorities confirmed this shift during a massive crackdown, arresting nearly 180 members. The platform is now key to drug trafficking, money laundering, and extortion. As organized crime evolves, IT professionals have become vital assets, helping criminals evade detection in the digital age. Law enforcement must adapt quickly to counter these advanced technologies.

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Brazil PCC Cocaine Trade Expands in Australia

Cocaine

The First Capital Command (PCC), Brazil’s most powerful drug cartel, is expanding its cocaine trade into Australia, drawn by soaring market prices. A Brazilian diver’s death in 2022 exposed their smuggling tactics, including hull-attached drug shipments and hidden cargo in frozen goods. Cocaine valued at $3,000 in Colombia sells for up to $200,000 in Australia, making it a lucrative target

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AFP Seizes 11 Tonnes of Precursor Chemicals in Major NSW Drug Lab Bust

Methamphetamine

The AFP has seized over 11 tonnes of precursor chemicals in one of NSW’s largest clandestine drug lab operations, linked to an alleged failed drug import plot. Acting on intelligence, authorities raided a commercial property in Auburn, uncovering industrial-grade drug-making equipment and chemicals used for methamphetamine production. Additional precursor substances were seized at an Eastwood residence.

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