A police operation has dismantled one of the largest hashish trafficking organizations in Spain. A total of 57 people have been arrested and over 10 tons of drugs confiscated across six provinces.
The National Police has carried out an unprecedented operation against hashish trafficking, resulting in the arrest of 57 individuals and the seizure of 10.5 tons of this illegal substance. The action unfolded in several phases and spanned six provinces, highlighting the scale of the operation that began after a year of investigations. The drugs primarily originated from Morocco, being introduced into the Peninsula via the coasts before being transported by road to Madrid, where they were stored in rented apartments.
The arrests were mainly concentrated in Madrid, with 45 arrests, while the rest took place in Valencia (5), Málaga (3), Guadalajara (2), Burgos (1), and Almería (1). Of those arrested, 18 have been sent to prison, facing charges including membership in a criminal organization, drug trafficking, and money laundering.
Throughout the operation, agents carried out 20 searches, where in addition to hashish, more than 1,100 kilos of marijuana, vehicles used for transport, weapons, and cash were found. This deployment reflects the complexity of the criminal network that operated from Madrid to other Spanish regions and international networks.
The investigation began last August when authorities detected suspicious activities related to an encrypted messaging platform used by group members. Through meticulous tracking, an organized system for classifying and distributing drugs from an apartment located in the Madrid neighbourhood of Las Tablas was uncovered. In this key location, one of the involved individuals carried out logistical tasks while another kept watch.
As inquiries progressed, it was also revealed how the profits obtained were reinvested through fraudulent practices such as fake loans or illegal purchases. This strategy allowed the group to keep its activities under the radar while expanding its operational network.
The final blow was dealt on July 29, when police forces intervened in a 'nursery' located in El Cañaveral, where they found an additional 2,100 kilos hidden. The individuals in charge of the place were arrested while attempting to escape during the intervention.
Despite the success achieved so far, authorities warn that the investigation remains open and do not rule out further arrests or additional seizures. This case highlights not only the ongoing challenge that drug trafficking poses for law enforcement but also the urgent need for effective strategies to combat these highly sophisticated criminal organizations.
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