Major Drug Bust at Sète Port
On May 24, 2026, French law enforcement made a significant breakthrough in the ongoing battle against drug trafficking, seizing an astonishing 2.6 tons of cannabis concealed within a truck that had just disembarked from the ferry Excelsior, arriving from Nador, Morocco. This operation, executed by the Lille gendarmerie, marked the largest single drug confiscation in the region in over a decade, surpassing previous records set in 2011 when 2.9 tons of cannabis were found in a similar scenario.
Operation Details
The cannabis was discovered unfettered and stored in ordinary cardboard boxes, indicating a lack of sophisticated concealment methods typically associated with large-scale drug trafficking. Authorities had been monitoring this operation for several months, and the successful apprehension occurred as part of a broader investigation into international drug networks targeting northern Europe. The truck, registered in Italy, was unremarkable at first glance, which may have contributed to its ability to evade scrutiny until its arrival in Sète.
In total, five individuals were apprehended in connection with this operation, including key figures believed to be orchestrating the drug trafficking scheme. The meticulous planning and execution of this operation underscore the relentless efforts of law enforcement to combat drug-related crimes and disrupt the flow of narcotics into Europe.
As reported by midilibre.fr.
