Cocaine worth a billion dollars seized in Britain.
Over 2.1 tons of cocaine were seized in a container. The shipment came from Panama and was destined for Norway. A man has been sentenced for his role in the smuggling operation.
British police found the cocaine hidden among kitchen equipment and ceramics. The total value of the drugs is estimated at around £80 million. The seizure happened on March 20th in London. The shipment was originally destined for Rogaland, Norway. Authorities believe this was a large and organized drug trafficking operation.
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Highlights
Huge Cocaine Seizure
Over one ton of cocaine was found in a shipment from Panama.
Value of Seized Drugs
The cocaine is worth approximately one billion kroner.
Prison Sentence Given
A man received a prison sentence for smuggling.
Previous Smuggling Case
Goods worth over 14 million kroner were seized in a separate case.
British Police Involvement
British police intercepted the shipment in London.