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Back to Episodes943kg Cocaine Seized at Southampton Docks
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Two men face charges after a massive cocaine bust at Southampton Docks, where 943 kilograms of the drug, worth £75 million, were found hidden in a shipping container of banana pallets. The drugs, originating from Nicaragua and routed through Panama, were seized by the National Crime Agency. The haul, intended for UK streets, was a significant blow to the crime group, as it stripped them of substantial profits. Daniel Dumitru and Andrew Smyth, both from the UK, were charged and appeared in court. Experts warn of escalating smuggling tactics, including molecular alterations and concealment in everyday items.
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