Chile: Historic seizure exceeds 100 tonnes of narcotics hidden in timber
Chilean authorities discovered a record shipment of drugs concealed in timber containers intended for Europe.
Chile: Historic seizure exceeds 100 tonnes of narcotics hidden in timber
In an unprecedented operation, officials from Chile's customs service located more than 100 tonnes of illicit substances. The packages were camouflaged within timber shipments destined for the European continent. Among the drugs secured, cocaine and ketamine predominated.
The black market value of the shipment exceeds €7 billion according to official estimates. The investigation required six months of investigative work. Upon conclusion, agents discovered 45 containers that had departed from Bolivian territory.
The operation is still ongoing. Officials are reviewing additional units, so the total amount seized could increase.
Source: Google News AT — Crime (de)