Drug trafficking network dismantled with 28 arrests and 30 kg of cocaine seized

National Police seize 720,000 euros, weapons, and vehicles with hidden compartments in Valencia, Alicante, and Murcia.

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The National Police has dismantled a significant drug trafficking network operating in the provinces of Valencia, Alicante, and Murcia, resulting in the arrest of 28 individuals and the seizure of 30 kilograms of cocaine.

In addition to the cocaine, the operation led to the confiscation of twelve kilograms of MDMA, over 720,000 euros in cash, five firearms, a silver ingot, and twenty-one vehicles. Some of these vehicles were equipped with 'caletas,' hidden compartments designed for transporting drugs and money.
The investigation began in Valencia, focusing on a woman from Torrent. Surveillance revealed a constant flow of visitors linked to drug trafficking, including a man from the Murcia region who managed the substance's redistribution in his area.
Investigators identified a hierarchical structure involving suppliers, receivers, transporters, and cash collectors. Among the most active collaborators were two couriers, one from El Puig de Santa María and another from Benissa, who made trips across Spain.
The main recipients were the suspect from Valencia, Alicante, and Murcia and a nightlife entrepreneur with venues in Valencia. At a higher level, an individual with significant real estate assets was identified as the alleged main supplier of cocaine.
Fourteen simultaneous raids were conducted in Valencia, Alicante, and Murcia, uncovering the 30 kg of cocaine, 12 kg of MDMA, 721,105 euros, a silver ingot, five firearms, and 21 vehicles, some with 'caletas' containing up to 400,000 euros.
The arrest of the final leaders concluded the operation with 28 individuals detained. They face charges including membership in a criminal organization, drug trafficking, illegal possession of firearms, and document forgery. Six of the detainees have been remanded in provisional custody.