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Major Bust: 23 Arrested in 'Tele-Drug' Ring Across Andalusia Provinces

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This footage was filmed and produced 16 March 2024.

In a major crackdown by the Civil Guard, a total of 23 individuals have been arrested and 6 are currently under investigation for their alleged involvement in a criminal organization focused on drug trafficking. Operating across several Andalusian provinces, this group set up a 'tele-drug' service that passed shipping costs directly on to consumers.

The arrests were made in the regions of the Sierra Norte and Dos Hermanas in Seville, where the suspects were found to be selling drugs in Seville, Cordoba, Cadiz, and Huelva. Utilizing a network of distributors in each province, the organization implemented a pricing structure that included charges for shipping, resulting in inflated costs for the buyers.

Authorities uncovered that the group specialized in the sale of 'rebujito', a dangerous mixture of heroin and cocaine, as well as distributing 'tucibi', commonly known as pink cocaine. Orders were placed by customers over the phone, followed by the illicit substances being delivered to specified locations, further increasing the price due to transport fees.

Furthermore, the criminal operation had set up lookout positions at various points of sale to evade law enforcement detection and safeguard their illegal activities. The Civil Guard conducted twelve raids in Seville, specifically targeting residences in Dos Hermanas, Cazalla de la Sierra, El Priorato, El Pedroso, and Marchena, with additional arrests carried out in Penaflor, Constantina, and Alanis.

During the raids, a substantial amount of evidence was seized, including €90,255 in cash of varying denominations, over four kilos of heroin, 316 grams of cocaine, and a significant amount of cutting substance. Additionally, weapons, ammunition, and police gear were also found in the possession of the suspects.

The arrested individuals, along with the identified individuals under investigation and the recovered items, are currently being processed by the sole Instruction Court of Cazalla de la Sierra. The authorities have emphasized their commitment to dismantling criminal organizations involved in drug trafficking and ensuring the safety and well-being of the public.

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