Balloon cigarette smuggling forces Vilnius Airport closure
Vilnius Airport faces unprecedented closure as criminal gangs deploy hundreds of balloons carrying contraband cigarettes across the border from Belarus, creating major security concerns.
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Scottish historic ship deliberately sunk in Hawaii
Outrage erupts as the iconic Scottish-built sailing vessel Falls of Clyde is intentionally scuttled in Hawaii, sparking international condemnation and heritage concerns.
Kerala Temple's Gold Treasure Sparks Smuggling Crisis
Kerala's Sabarimala Temple faces security crisis as gold reserves hit record value, triggering smuggling concerns and urgent protection measures.
Caribbean drug boat survivors recount vicious attack
Exclusive eyewitness accounts reveal the terrifying ordeal aboard a Caribbean drug vessel where survivors were brutally attacked by traffickers high on their own cargo.
UK border officers sent to Balkans to fight people smuggling
British border security experts are being sent to the Balkans to disrupt sophisticated people smuggling operations targeting the UK, as the government launches a new offensive against cross-channel migration routes.
Orca attack sinks yacht, family of five rescued
A British family's holiday turned to terror when orcas attacked and sank their yacht, leading to a dramatic sea rescue of three children and their parents in Portuguese waters.
Brit dies swallowing cocaine packets on Dubai flight
A British national has died in a suspected drug smuggling tragedy after swallowing multiple packets of cocaine during a flight to Dubai. The incident has sparked international warnings about the extreme dangers of body packing.
French oil tanker hit by suspected Russian drone near Denmark
A French-operated oil tanker was hit by a suspected Russian drone in Danish waters, marking a dangerous escalation in maritime attacks and raising concerns about European energy security.
Inside The Oceanic Narco-Subs Smuggling Cocaine
An exclusive look into the clandestine world of drug-running submarines, the engineering ingenuity behind them, and the global hunt to stop these underwater narcotics pipelines.
Venezuelan Gang's Florida Smuggling Plot Foiled
US authorities intercept a major human smuggling operation off the Florida coast, linking the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua to a failed boat strike. The incident raises alarms over the cartel's expanding international reach and evolving tactics.
British Drug Mule Kim Hall Jailed in US
Kim Hall, a British mother, has been sentenced to 70 months in a US prison for attempting to smuggle cocaine. Discover the full story of her arrest and the stark warning from officials.
Pensioner on mobility scooter jailed for cocaine smuggling
A 63-year-old man from Kent, using a mobility scooter, has been sentenced to eight years for attempting to smuggle £1 million worth of cocaine from the Netherlands. Discover the shocking details of this sophisticated drug operation.
Pensioner caught smuggling live snakes in trousers at Gatwick
A 71-year-old British man has been convicted after a brazen attempt to smuggle three live snakes and three chameleons through Gatwick Airport, concealed in his trousers. The shocking discovery was made during a routine security check.
American arrested at Sydney airport over alleged cocaine
A 26-year-old American woman has been arrested at Sydney International Airport after Australian Border Force officers allegedly discovered a substance believed to be cocaine hidden inside her luggage.
Heathrow gold heist foiled: £1.3m bars seized in police raid
Metropolitan Police arrest three men at Heathrow Airport after intercepting a sophisticated plot to smuggle £1.3 million worth of gold bars from Switzerland to the UK disguised as machine parts.
Australian Mum Faces Death Penalty in Taiwan Drug Case
A Brisbane mother faces execution in Taiwan after authorities allegedly found 30kg of cannabis concealed within her luggage. The harrowing case highlights international drug trafficking dangers.
Dover Migrant Crisis: Arrivals Surge Past 50,000
Exclusive images reveal large groups of men idling near the Port of Dover as UK small boat arrivals surpass 50,000 this year, creating a new crisis for the Labour government.
Yvette Cooper launches crackdown on Channel smuggling gangs
New Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has launched a major crackdown on criminal smuggling networks operating in the Channel, vowing to overhaul the UK's asylum system with a new Border Security Command.
US sinks Venezuelan 'narco-sub' in major cocaine bust
In a major counter-narcotics operation, a US Coastguard team from the USS Margaret Chase Thatcher intercepted and scuttled a semi-submersible vessel smuggling over two tonnes of cocaine from Venezuela.
Polish smuggler caught at Dover with 61 hidden guns
A Polish smuggler's audacious attempt to bring 61 illegal firearms into the UK through Dover has been foiled by Border Force officers. The man claimed to be attending a christening.
Dozens of shipping containers adrift in Alaska waters
The US Coast Guard is investigating a significant maritime incident after over two dozen shipping containers were discovered adrift in the perilous waters of Alaska's Prince William Sound, sparking a major pollution and navigation hazard alert.
Prison Officer Jailed for Smuggling Drugs into HMP Altcourse
Sarah Williams, a former prison officer at HMP Altcourse in Liverpool, has been sentenced to two years and eight months for a brazen plot to smuggle contraband, including cannabis and mobile phones, to inmates.
Pro-migrant flag organiser jailed for smuggling plot
The organiser of a pro-migrant flag campaign on the White Cliffs of Dover has been sentenced to three years for his role in a foiled people smuggling operation across the English Channel.
Chinese & Indian Channel Crossings Surge 100%
Exclusive investigation reveals a dramatic shift in Channel crossings, with a 100% surge in Chinese and Indian nationals. The Home Office faces a new migration crisis as it grapples with sophisticated smuggling networks and international asylum claims.
Record number of people smuggling gangs disrupted
Home Office data reveals a dramatic surge in successful operations against criminal networks orchestrating illegal Channel crossings, with a 73% increase in disruptions.
Student jailed for smuggling £50k in Nando's bag
A university student from Salford has been sentenced to two years in prison after being caught attempting to smuggle £50,000 in cash out of the UK to Dubai in a Nando's takeaway bag at Manchester Airport.
Prison Officer Murdered After Discovering Inmate's Secret
A dedicated prison officer at HMP Frankland was brutally murdered by a dangerous inmate after discovering his illicit contraband network. The shocking incident has raised serious questions about staff safety in UK prisons.
Australia's cig price hike fuels black market boom
The Australian government's new 7% tobacco tax increase, aimed at improving public health, is fuelling a rampant black market for cigarettes, raising concerns about lost tax revenue and organised crime.
Tiny UK Seaside Village With a Secret Smugglers' Past
Nestled on the North Yorkshire coast, the enchanting village of Robin Hood's Bay is a hidden gem with a rich history of smuggling, breathtaking coastal walks, and exceptional fish and chips. Discover why this spot is a must-visit UK destination.
Police raid Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, seize millions in diamonds
Turkish police have conducted a major raid on Istanbul's historic Grand Bazaar, arresting 30 suspects and confiscating diamonds, gold, and luxury watches worth millions in a crackdown on alleged smuggling and fraud.
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