Almost 50 suspects have been arrested in a large-scale operation supported by Europol against the largest criminal network operating in the Canary Island (Spain). The investigation was led by Spanish authorities and also involved law enforcement from Portugal, Colombia, UK and USA. 

Results of the operation:

48 suspects arrested

3.8 tonnes of cocaine seized

29 house searches in Fuerteventura (2), Gran Canaria (13) and Lanzarote (14)

69 vehicles seized (19 boats and speedboats)

6 properties seized

EUR 100 000 in cash seized

Crucial police cooperation

This successful joint investigation involved the following authorities from both sides of the Atlantic Ocean: 

• Portugal: Judiciary Police (Polícia Judiciária)
• Spain: National Police (Policía Nacional)
• Colombia: National Police (Policía Nacional)
• UK: National Crime Agency (NCA)
• USA: Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
• Maritime Analysis and Operations Centre (MAOC, Narcotics)

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