Dismantling of a Drug Trafficking Network Between Morocco and Spain
The Spanish National Police have successfully dismantled an international criminal network specializing in the smuggling of hashish and marijuana from Morocco. This operation led to the arrest of 57 individuals across six provinces in Spain, with 18 of them being placed in pre-trial detention, as reported by the police.
According to the released data, the organization was involved in transporting large quantities of drugs from Morocco, which were then moved by land to the capital, Madrid. The members of the network reportedly rented apartments and converted them into storage facilities for the drugs, showcasing a well-organized operation.
Investigations began in August 2025 after authorities detected activities related to drug trafficking being coordinated through an encrypted messaging platform. This initial probe allowed them to identify a highly professional international criminal organization, as described by the Spanish police.
The investigations revealed that the network utilized various methods to conceal its activities and revenue. Among these tactics were fraudulent loans and the investment of profits from their criminal operations into real estate and luxury vehicles. Additionally, it is suspected that members of the organization resorted to using shell companies and forged documents to justify various financial transactions, including payroll statements and invoices, in an attempt to legitimize the funds associated with their activities.
The extensive police operation covered six Spanish provinces, resulting in the detention of 45 individuals in Madrid, five in Valencia, three in Malaga, two in Guadalajara, and one each in Burgos and Almeria. Between August 2025 and July 2026, the Spanish National Police conducted 20 raids and searches, with 15 taking place in Madrid, two in Guadalajara, two in Malaga, and one in Valencia.
During these searches, authorities seized 8.5 tons of hashish and over 1.1 tons of marijuana, along with 47 bottles of gasoline. Furthermore, the Spanish authorities confiscated 19 vehicles, 12 luxury watches, and cash amounting to €50,800, in addition to a firearm.
Current reports indicate that the security operation remains ongoing, with the Spanish National Police not ruling out the possibility of further arrests or additional seizures, particularly given the expansive nature of the network and the complexity of its financial and logistical activities.
As reported by hespress.com.
