Drug Trafficking Fight Intensifies
4 articles from 1 country
The G7, joined by Brazil and South Korea, has declared an intensified fight against drug trafficking, focusing on strengthening maritime and port security. Meanwhile, in Paraguay, authorities dismantled a counterfeit medicine ring in Alto Paraná, and a U.S. operation targeted a drug trafficking vessel in the eastern Pacific, resulting in one death.
Over half a ton of marijuana seized in Paraguay after pursuit
- Paraguayan anti-drug agents seized over half a ton of marijuana in Zanja Pytã after a vehicle pursuit. - The vehicle, a Fiat Adventure pickup truck, overturned during the chase, leading to the seizure and the driver's arrest. - The arrested individual, identified as Oscar Ramón González Caballero, was taken into custody along with the confiscated marijuana and vehicle for further investigation.
Australia, Thailand to Boost Cooperation Against Cyber Scams, Drug Trafficking
- Australia and Thailand agreed to enhance cooperation against transnational crime, focusing on online scams, cyber fraud, drug trafficking, and human trafficking. - The agreement, signed by Australia…
Paraguay seizes nearly two kilos of cocaine bound for Spain
- Paraguayan anti-drug police seized nearly two kilograms of cocaine destined for Madrid, Spain. - The cocaine was discovered hidden in hair product containers within a local parcel service shipment.…
Argentina and U.S. inaugurate international conference on combating drug trafficking
- Argentina and the United States co-hosted the 40th International Drug Control Conference (IDEC) in Buenos Aires. - The closed-door event brings together nearly 500 senior officials from 100 member c…