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Spain’s Guardia Civil Breaks Up Fake E‑Prescription Drug Network With 22 Arrests

Investigators cite falsified e‑prescriptions feeding the supply of psychotropics used in 'karcubi', with further arrests expected.

Overview

  • Arrests were made across 13 provinces after a probe into the illegal online sale of controlled medicines.
  • The inquiry began with a large seizure at a Benavente parcel company that traced back to falsified private electronic prescriptions in a single doctor's name.
  • An alleged document forger sold fake scripts, a main collaborator distributed them via messaging apps, and identified bank‑account holders acted as money mules.
  • A home search in Majadahonda uncovered large quantities of psychotropics, narcotics, forged medical stamps and prescriptions, and computer equipment.
  • Authorities link the seized drugs to 'karcubi' production with shipments toward North Africa, and the detainees have been presented to the Majadahonda court as the operation remains open.