Two Men Nabbed in Essex Cocaine Haul Bust
Two men, aged 54 and 38, were arrested on Thursday evening in Southend, Essex. They face suspicion of conspiracy to import Class A drugs following a major crackdown.
100 Kilos of Cocaine Seized from Costa Rica Shipment
The arrest followed the discovery of roughly 100 kilos of cocaine hidden in two containers shipped from Costa Rica to the London Gateway port in Stanford-le-Hope, Essex.
Experts Warn of Insider Threat at UK Ports
“Organised crime groups often rely on trusted insiders at ports and airports to smuggle in illegal goods,” said Jacque Beer, 1 Regional Head of Investigations. “This is a serious threat, and we are treating it as a top priority.”
“We are committed to working with law enforcement partners and port operators to stop criminals and protect the UK’s borders. Thursday’s operation shows we’re taking action. Our investigation continues.”
