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Operation Churruca Dismantles Largest Drug and Money Laundering Network in Valladolid

Spanish police arrested 19 suspects, seized 59 kg of high-purity cocaine, and confiscated 22 luxury vehicles in a major crackdown on organized crime.

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Overview

  • The Policía Nacional executed Operation Churruca, targeting the largest drug trafficking and money laundering network in Valladolid's history.
  • Authorities seized 59 kilograms of cocaine with a purity exceeding 80%, along with 22 luxury vehicles allegedly used in criminal activities.
  • The operation resulted in 19 arrests, though several key figures involved in the network remain at large.
  • Illicit proceeds were reportedly laundered through front businesses, including restaurants, real estate, and high-end car sales.
  • A press conference scheduled for May 25, 2025, will provide further details on the operation and ongoing judicial proceedings.