#drug-smuggling

[ follow ]
#law-enforcement

4 flight attendants plead guilty to smuggling drug money out of US after prosecutors say they used crewmember lanes to get through security

Four flight attendants exploited their aircrew status to smuggle $8 million in drug money, leading to guilty pleas and legal repercussions.

Louis Vuitton clothes and Vegas hotels: Border agents spent big with money from Mexican cartels, prosecutors say

Border patrol officers were arrested for facilitating drug smuggling, revealing corruption within law enforcement.
Two officers face serious charges for their involvement with a drug trafficking organization.

Man tried to fly from LAX with 71 pounds of meth-soaked clothing, including cow onesie, officials say

A man was arrested for attempting to smuggle methamphetamine in bags of clothes at LAX airport.

'The gig is up. They'll kick them out' - Kinahan cartel hatch plan with Russian mafia as net tightens on Dubai hideaway

An Garda Síochána is gaining ground in dismantling the Kinahan cartel, but challenges remain in capturing cartel leader Daniel Kinahan.

Londoners sentenced for smuggling cannabis from Ghana in sacks of Gari powder

Four men have been sentenced for smuggling cannabis into the UK hidden in flour sacks, revealing the complexities of modern drug trafficking.

Dublin-based trucker jailed in UK over bid to smuggle 620k of cannabis into Ireland

Sergei Nicola Bacaianov was sentenced to two-and-a-half years for smuggling cannabis worth £620,000 from the Netherlands to Ireland.

4 flight attendants plead guilty to smuggling drug money out of US after prosecutors say they used crewmember lanes to get through security

Four flight attendants exploited their aircrew status to smuggle $8 million in drug money, leading to guilty pleas and legal repercussions.

Louis Vuitton clothes and Vegas hotels: Border agents spent big with money from Mexican cartels, prosecutors say

Border patrol officers were arrested for facilitating drug smuggling, revealing corruption within law enforcement.
Two officers face serious charges for their involvement with a drug trafficking organization.

Man tried to fly from LAX with 71 pounds of meth-soaked clothing, including cow onesie, officials say

A man was arrested for attempting to smuggle methamphetamine in bags of clothes at LAX airport.

'The gig is up. They'll kick them out' - Kinahan cartel hatch plan with Russian mafia as net tightens on Dubai hideaway

An Garda Síochána is gaining ground in dismantling the Kinahan cartel, but challenges remain in capturing cartel leader Daniel Kinahan.

Londoners sentenced for smuggling cannabis from Ghana in sacks of Gari powder

Four men have been sentenced for smuggling cannabis into the UK hidden in flour sacks, revealing the complexities of modern drug trafficking.

Dublin-based trucker jailed in UK over bid to smuggle 620k of cannabis into Ireland

Sergei Nicola Bacaianov was sentenced to two-and-a-half years for smuggling cannabis worth £620,000 from the Netherlands to Ireland.
morelaw-enforcement
#bali-nine

Final five members of Bali Nine released from jail and back in Australia, PM announces

Bali Nine members returned to Australia after 20 years in prison, their sentences commuted on humanitarian grounds.

'Bali Nine': Remaining Australian prisoners return home DW 12/15/2024

Five Australians from the 'Bali Nine' have returned home after serving 19 years in Indonesian prisons, reflecting diplomatic efforts between Australia and Indonesia.

I have followed the Bali Nine case for 20 years. This is not about taking sides, except the side of time | Madonna King

Reflecting on the Bali Nine, it's time to reconsider the justice served after 20 years for a youthful mistake, especially in light of their personal growth.

Minister confirms talks under way to return surviving Bali Nine members to Australia

Bali Nine members may be returned to Australia to serve their sentences without release.

Bali Nine' Drug Smugglers Return to Australia

The last five members of the Bali Nine have been repatriated to Australia, marking the end of a long legal saga.
Australia's Prime Minister hailed the repatriation as a compassionate act by Indonesia's new president.

Final five members of Bali Nine released from jail and back in Australia, PM announces

Bali Nine members returned to Australia after 20 years in prison, their sentences commuted on humanitarian grounds.

'Bali Nine': Remaining Australian prisoners return home DW 12/15/2024

Five Australians from the 'Bali Nine' have returned home after serving 19 years in Indonesian prisons, reflecting diplomatic efforts between Australia and Indonesia.

I have followed the Bali Nine case for 20 years. This is not about taking sides, except the side of time | Madonna King

Reflecting on the Bali Nine, it's time to reconsider the justice served after 20 years for a youthful mistake, especially in light of their personal growth.

Minister confirms talks under way to return surviving Bali Nine members to Australia

Bali Nine members may be returned to Australia to serve their sentences without release.

Bali Nine' Drug Smugglers Return to Australia

The last five members of the Bali Nine have been repatriated to Australia, marking the end of a long legal saga.
Australia's Prime Minister hailed the repatriation as a compassionate act by Indonesia's new president.
morebali-nine
#australia

Human body can only take so much': home in Australia, remaining Bali Nine face their new normal

The Bali 5 have returned to Australia after nearly two decades, overcoming significant challenges as they reintegrate into society.

Meth hidden in dolls, hollow books by accused California smuggling ring, feds say

Five people from the San Gabriel Valley in California have been accused of smuggling methamphetamine hidden inside dolls, books, and other items.
They are accused of shipping meth to be sold in Australia and New Zealand, and law enforcement agencies have seized 91 shipments worth an estimated $20 million.

Human body can only take so much': home in Australia, remaining Bali Nine face their new normal

The Bali 5 have returned to Australia after nearly two decades, overcoming significant challenges as they reintegrate into society.

Meth hidden in dolls, hollow books by accused California smuggling ring, feds say

Five people from the San Gabriel Valley in California have been accused of smuggling methamphetamine hidden inside dolls, books, and other items.
They are accused of shipping meth to be sold in Australia and New Zealand, and law enforcement agencies have seized 91 shipments worth an estimated $20 million.
moreaustralia
#organized-crime

Five men convicted for smuggling 184million of cocaine hidden in banana boxes following Tottenham police raid

Five men were convicted for smuggling 2.3 tonnes of cocaine worth £184 million into the UK hidden in banana shipments.

Gang jailed over 200m of cocaine in banana boxes

A gang was imprisoned after attempting to smuggle $200 million worth of cocaine hidden in a bogus shipment of bananas from Colombia.

Happy Holidays? Woman Busted Carrying Millions in Meth She Tried to Disguise as Christmas Gifts at Airport

A Canadian woman attempted to smuggle $2 million worth of methamphetamine disguised as Christmas gifts at Auckland Airport.

5 Canadians facing extradition to the U.S., after authorities dismantle drug-smuggling ring | CBC News

Authorities dismantle drug-smuggling operation involving large quantities of narcotics from Mexico to Los Angeles.
19 people charged in organized crime syndicate, including a Canadian trafficker and Italian Mafia figure.

Five men convicted for smuggling 184million of cocaine hidden in banana boxes following Tottenham police raid

Five men were convicted for smuggling 2.3 tonnes of cocaine worth £184 million into the UK hidden in banana shipments.

Gang jailed over 200m of cocaine in banana boxes

A gang was imprisoned after attempting to smuggle $200 million worth of cocaine hidden in a bogus shipment of bananas from Colombia.

Happy Holidays? Woman Busted Carrying Millions in Meth She Tried to Disguise as Christmas Gifts at Airport

A Canadian woman attempted to smuggle $2 million worth of methamphetamine disguised as Christmas gifts at Auckland Airport.

5 Canadians facing extradition to the U.S., after authorities dismantle drug-smuggling ring | CBC News

Authorities dismantle drug-smuggling operation involving large quantities of narcotics from Mexico to Los Angeles.
19 people charged in organized crime syndicate, including a Canadian trafficker and Italian Mafia figure.
moreorganized-crime

Starlink Faces Questions in India about $4.2B Drug Smuggling Case

Starlink is under investigation for potential involvement in drug smuggling operations due to its maritime devices.

Coast Guard offloads more than 8 tons of cocaine - valued at $183M - in South Florida

The U.S. Coast Guard seized over 16,100 pounds of cocaine valued at $183 million, highlighting successful anti-drug operations in Central and South America.

Anti-opioid groups are optimistic' about Trump's tariffs. Will the move help tackle the fentanyl crisis?

Trump's proposed tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China may signal a serious commitment to combating the US opioid crisis.
Increased collaboration and actions are needed alongside tariff proposals to effectively tackle the opioid epidemic.

Correction officer arrested after allegedly smuggling drugs into Shirley prison

A correction officer was arrested for smuggling synthetic drugs into a Massachusetts prison, raising serious security concerns.
#cannabis

Female volleyball pro one of three jailed after 100 kilos of cannabis seized at Heathrow

Three individuals, including a volleyball pro, were jailed for attempting to smuggle cannabis into the UK, highlighting ongoing drug trafficking issues.

Over 100,000 of 'hybrid Californian' cannabis seized in west London

Five men were charged for smuggling large quantities of hybrid Californian cannabis into the UK.

Ex-Arsenal footballer denies trying to smuggle 600,000 of cannabis into UK

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas denies charges of smuggling cannabis worth 600,000 and has been remanded in custody by Chelmsford Crown Court.

Female volleyball pro one of three jailed after 100 kilos of cannabis seized at Heathrow

Three individuals, including a volleyball pro, were jailed for attempting to smuggle cannabis into the UK, highlighting ongoing drug trafficking issues.

Over 100,000 of 'hybrid Californian' cannabis seized in west London

Five men were charged for smuggling large quantities of hybrid Californian cannabis into the UK.

Ex-Arsenal footballer denies trying to smuggle 600,000 of cannabis into UK

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas denies charges of smuggling cannabis worth 600,000 and has been remanded in custody by Chelmsford Crown Court.
morecannabis
#federal-charges

He was a custodian at San Quentin, but the feds say he had a secret second job: As a drug dealer for prisoners

Keith Randle faces serious drug charges linked to smuggling meth into San Quentin disguised in a peanut butter jar.

42-foot boat smuggling 157 kilos of cocaine stopped off Fort Lauderdale, feds say

Five men face federal charges for a cocaine conspiracy involving 157 kilograms intercepted by the Coast Guard off Fort Lauderdale.

He was a custodian at San Quentin, but the feds say he had a secret second job: As a drug dealer for prisoners

Keith Randle faces serious drug charges linked to smuggling meth into San Quentin disguised in a peanut butter jar.

42-foot boat smuggling 157 kilos of cocaine stopped off Fort Lauderdale, feds say

Five men face federal charges for a cocaine conspiracy involving 157 kilograms intercepted by the Coast Guard off Fort Lauderdale.
morefederal-charges
#jay-emmanuel-thomas

British player arrested for alleged drug smuggling

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas faces serious legal charges for attempting to smuggle cannabis worth £600,000 through an airport, reflecting ongoing drug risks.
Former professional footballer caught in cannabis smuggling controversy illustrates both personal and legal ramifications in sports.

Footballer denies plot to smuggle 600k cannabis

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas denies involvement in a drug smuggling plot involving 60kg of cannabis from Thailand into the UK.

British player arrested for alleged drug smuggling

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas faces serious legal charges for attempting to smuggle cannabis worth £600,000 through an airport, reflecting ongoing drug risks.
Former professional footballer caught in cannabis smuggling controversy illustrates both personal and legal ramifications in sports.

Footballer denies plot to smuggle 600k cannabis

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas denies involvement in a drug smuggling plot involving 60kg of cannabis from Thailand into the UK.
morejay-emmanuel-thomas

Drug dealer with multi-million property empire built from illegal cash convicted after Spanish police raid

A drug dealer was convicted for supplying heroin and cocaine, highlighting law enforcement's commitment to tackling drug smuggling and related crime.
#legal-case

San Jose police union fentanyl 'grandma' case takes a turn - San Jose Spotlight

The drug smuggling case against Joanna Segovia has shifted focus after tests on the intercepted package concluded it was not fentanyl.

San Jose police union office manager pleads guilty to drug smuggling - San Jose Spotlight

Joanna Segovia pled guilty to drug smuggling, admitting her actions stemmed from addiction, and faces potential 20-year prison sentence.

San Jose police union fentanyl 'grandma' case takes a turn - San Jose Spotlight

The drug smuggling case against Joanna Segovia has shifted focus after tests on the intercepted package concluded it was not fentanyl.

San Jose police union office manager pleads guilty to drug smuggling - San Jose Spotlight

Joanna Segovia pled guilty to drug smuggling, admitting her actions stemmed from addiction, and faces potential 20-year prison sentence.
morelegal-case
#jfk-airport

Two Delta Airlines agents smuggled over $3M in ketamine through JFK: feds

Two Delta ramp agents arrested for smuggling $3 million worth of ketamine at JFK Airport.

Former American Airlines mechanic sentenced to nine years for cocaine smuggling scheme at JFK airport

A former mechanic at JFK Airport was sentenced to nine years for conspiring to import over 25 pounds of cocaine into the U.S.

Former aircraft mechanic at JFK gets nine years in prison for smuggling cocaine onboard jetliner: Feds - QNS

A former American Airlines mechanic was sentenced to nine years in prison for attempting to smuggle cocaine at JFK Airport.

Two Delta Airlines agents smuggled over $3M in ketamine through JFK: feds

Two Delta ramp agents arrested for smuggling $3 million worth of ketamine at JFK Airport.

Former American Airlines mechanic sentenced to nine years for cocaine smuggling scheme at JFK airport

A former mechanic at JFK Airport was sentenced to nine years for conspiring to import over 25 pounds of cocaine into the U.S.

Former aircraft mechanic at JFK gets nine years in prison for smuggling cocaine onboard jetliner: Feds - QNS

A former American Airlines mechanic was sentenced to nine years in prison for attempting to smuggle cocaine at JFK Airport.
morejfk-airport
#kinahan-cartel

Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh and Liam Byrne plead guilty in guns case

Kavanagh and associates admitted to firearms charges while attempting to secure reduced sentences through informant roles.

Dissidents 'hid drugs in prison trolley for Kinahan associates'

Dissident republican prisoners allegedly smuggled drugs into Portlaoise Prison for associates of the Kinahan crime cartel.

Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh and Liam Byrne plead guilty in guns case

Kavanagh and associates admitted to firearms charges while attempting to secure reduced sentences through informant roles.

Dissidents 'hid drugs in prison trolley for Kinahan associates'

Dissident republican prisoners allegedly smuggled drugs into Portlaoise Prison for associates of the Kinahan crime cartel.
morekinahan-cartel
#border-protection

Seedy discovery at U.S.-Mexico border: $5 million worth of meth disguised as watermelons

A large methamphetamine smuggling attempt used fake watermelons, revealing advanced tactics by drug cartels.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection successfully intercepted a significant drug shipment disguised as produce.

How a U.S. Customs and Border Protection veteran sees his agency's mission

U.S. Customs and Border Protection faces danger and challenges in protecting the U.S.-Mexico border.

Seedy discovery at U.S.-Mexico border: $5 million worth of meth disguised as watermelons

A large methamphetamine smuggling attempt used fake watermelons, revealing advanced tactics by drug cartels.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection successfully intercepted a significant drug shipment disguised as produce.

How a U.S. Customs and Border Protection veteran sees his agency's mission

U.S. Customs and Border Protection faces danger and challenges in protecting the U.S.-Mexico border.
moreborder-protection

More than $1.6M worth of cocaine washed up on Florida beaches during Hurricane Debby: Authorities

Hurricane Debby inadvertently exposed significant narcotics, with over 100 pounds of cocaine discovered along Florida's beaches by vigilant citizens.

Prisoner on 'compassionate escort' suspected to have smuggled lethal drugs into Portlaoise jail

An investigation is underway at Portlaoise Prison after 11 inmates overdosed, possibly linked to a smuggled batch of drugs brought in by a life-sentence inmate.
#cocaine

Hurricane Debby Sweeps Cocaine Worth $1 Million Onto Florida Beach

Tropical Storm Debby caused $1 million worth of cocaine to wash ashore in Florida due to strong winds. Drug packages have washed up on Florida's shores in previous storms.

Drug mule who searched 'what to take to London in suitcase' caught with kilo of cocaine at Heathrow

A man from Paraguay searched for information on what to pack before being caught with nearly a kilo of cocaine at Heathrow airport.
The man was sentenced to five years and seven months in jail and will be deported after serving his sentence.

Brooklyn man busted with over 18 kilos of cocaine in shrimp smuggle

Brooklyn resident arrested for smuggling cocaine in frozen shrimp
Approximately 18.45 kilograms of cocaine were discovered in packages of frozen shrimp

Hurricane Debby Sweeps Cocaine Worth $1 Million Onto Florida Beach

Tropical Storm Debby caused $1 million worth of cocaine to wash ashore in Florida due to strong winds. Drug packages have washed up on Florida's shores in previous storms.

Drug mule who searched 'what to take to London in suitcase' caught with kilo of cocaine at Heathrow

A man from Paraguay searched for information on what to pack before being caught with nearly a kilo of cocaine at Heathrow airport.
The man was sentenced to five years and seven months in jail and will be deported after serving his sentence.

Brooklyn man busted with over 18 kilos of cocaine in shrimp smuggle

Brooklyn resident arrested for smuggling cocaine in frozen shrimp
Approximately 18.45 kilograms of cocaine were discovered in packages of frozen shrimp
morecocaine

Drug smugglers targeting Oslo as gateway into Europe

Drug smugglers targeting Oslo as gateway to Europe due to tighter controls at major ports like Antwerp.

19-year-old trying to fly to London arrested at Logan, charged with trafficking 70 pounds of marijuana

Trafficking marijuana is a serious offense with significant legal consequences.

Drug smuggler jailed after international police operation uncovered 'burner' phone evidence

Lee Silvester sentenced to nine years for leading drug smuggling ring.

13 charged in Mexican Mafia collection racket in L.A. County jails

The Mexican Mafia controlled jail rackets through extorted commissary goods.
Contraband cellphones were used to oversee the system from a state prison.

Scottish prison officer wins payout after inhaling drugs used by inmates

A prison warden in Scotland won a payout from the Scottish Prison Service after suffering long-term health problems from inhaling drugs used by inmates.
Drug taking among inmates is a major issue in Scottish prisons, with concerns about wardens being exposed to second-hand smoke from substances like Spice.

City Employees Face Charges For Smuggling Drugs Into Brownsville Juvenile Facility

City employees face state and federal charges for smuggling drugs and weapons into a juvenile detention facility.
[ Load more ]