The Canary Islands saw a dramatic crackdown on a major cocaine smuggling ring. The operation, which spanned multiple countries, was a significant effort to dismantle a complex drug trafficking network. This network used speedboats to transport drugs from South America to Europe. The bust resulted in the seizure of nearly four tonnes of cocaine and the arrest of 48...
France has big plans for a new high-security prison. This prison will be in the Amazon rainforest. It is near the old Devil’s Island penal colony. This colony was famous for its harsh conditions. It inspired a movie called "Papillon" in 1973. The new prison will be in Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni. This is a town in French Guiana. French Guiana is a territory that borders ...
Mexico's leader, Claudia Sheinbaum, recently shared a bold move she made. She turned down a suggestion from U. S. President Donald Trump. The idea was to send American soldiers into Mexico. The goal was to help fight drug trafficking. Sheinbaum made this clear to her supporters in the east of Mexico. This news came out after a report in a newspaper. It talked about ...
A major crackdown occurred in Colorado Springs, where more than 100 individuals, suspected of being in the country without proper documentation, were apprehended. This operation took place at a covert nightclub located in a strip mall, where the atmosphere was far from the usual club scene. The event unfolded overnight, catching many off guard. The club was a hub for...
There are eight dangerous criminal groups in Latin America that have been labeled as terrorist organizations by the United States. These groups are known for their involvement in drug trafficking, migrant smuggling, and violence. The U. S. government has taken a strong stance against these groups, designating them as terrorist organizations. This designation is typic...
In the heart of Denver, a major bust has shaken up the local crime scene. A secretive drug operation was unraveled by federal investigators. This group was known to be a well-known gang from Venezuela, Tren de Aragua. This group was already infamous in the national media. The group is accused of taking over an apartment complex in Aurora. What made this bust especial...
In a surprising turn of events, a group of drug traffickers was taken down by an unexpected informant: a pet French Bulldog named Bob. These criminals were involved in a major drug operation that shipped 448 kg of amphetamines, worth around $46 million, from the UK to Australia. The drugs were hidden inside an excavator arm. To ensure the drugs reached the right han...
France, a historic hub for illicit drug trade, is now seeing a worrying shift. The drug business is no longer confined to big cities. It's moved into smaller towns like Morlaix, nestled on France's Breton coast. With a population of around 15, 000, Morlaix was once known for its charming cobblestone streets and historic half-timbered houses. But now, a new kind of de...
In a surprising twist, another Homeland Security agent in Utah has been charged. This time, it's Nicholas Kindle, who was caught up in a drug scheme just weeks after his colleague, David Cole. Both agents faced charges for selling illicit drugs that they had taken from evidence. Kindle's case is particularly serious as he also faces a charge for profiting from U. S. ...
You know what's going on? Two important Canadian leaders are heading to sunny Florida to chat with Donald Trump’s team. It's all about border security and trade. The Canadian finance minister, Dominic LeBlanc, and foreign minister, Mélanie Joly, are the two key players. They're meeting with some big shots from Trump's incoming administration. The main reason for thi...