Chile seizes ‘historic’ 100 tons of drugs hidden in lumber destined for Europe

Chilean authorities have announced the seizure of more than 100 tonnes of drugs hidden in lumber shipments bound for Europe, describing the operation as the largest drug bust in the country's history. According to Chile's customs bureau, authorities intercepted 1,080 tonnes of lumber impregnated with illegal substances following a six-month investigation involving the prosecutor's office, maritime police and customs officials. “Thanks to a joint effort by the prosecutor’s office, maritime police and customs, 1,080 tonnes of lumber laced with various drugs were seized, marking a historic blow to organized crime in ...

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