WATCH HOW THE LEADER OF THE BALKAN CARTEL WAS ARRESTED Spectacular special forces operation, suspects operated from Montenegro and Germany (PHOTO)
A total of 12 suspects were arrested during the day, including the so-called high-value target (HVT) located in Montenegro
TL;DR
- One of the leaders of the Balkan cartel was arrested in Montenegro, along with associates.
- Suspects organized maritime and air transport of large quantities of cocaine, cannabis, and hashish.
- The operation involved Montenegro, Germany, Bolivia, Thailand, Belgium, and the Dominican Republic.
- A total of 12 suspects were arrested in Montenegro, including a high-value target.
- Four individuals were arrested in Germany for smuggling nearly 5 tons of drugs.
- Suspects operated from Montenegro and Germany, with roles ranging from financiers to coordinators.
- The network is suspected of smuggling cannabis into the EU via Albania, Thailand, and the USA.
- Criminal charges include criminal association, drug trafficking, and illegal arms trade.
- Special investigative methods were used during the multi-month investigation.