Airport security boss jailed in £2M drug smuggling case
A former airport security manager has been sentenced to prison for aiding a couple in smuggling £2 million worth of cocaine from Colombia into the UK, exposing a shocking breach of trust.
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Cooper dodges questions on Channel migrant returns
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper refuses to clarify whether Channel migrants will be returned to France under a new one-to-one deal, raising concerns over potential benefits to smuggling gangs.
Cocaine 'mother ships' circling UK in cartel operation
Exclusive investigation uncovers how drug cartels are using 'mother ships' to flood Britain with cocaine, evading authorities in a high-stakes maritime game.
UK drug runner caught smuggling cocaine in beach bust
A British drug runner was caught red-handed by Border Force officers attempting to smuggle cocaine into the UK in a high-stakes beach operation. Shocking footage reveals the moment the suspect was intercepted.
British women held in Mauritius over cannabis claims
Two British women have been arrested in Mauritius after allegedly attempting to smuggle cannabis out of the country. The pair now face serious legal consequences as authorities crack down on drug trafficking.
Albanian businessman arrested in £355m cocaine plot
A high-profile Albanian entrepreneur with multiple UK businesses and his son-in-law, linked to a prominent politician, have been detained in a massive cocaine smuggling operation.
Smugglers use social media to sell UK boat crossings
Criminal networks are using TikTok, Facebook, and WhatsApp to advertise illegal Channel crossings, targeting vulnerable migrants with false promises of safety.
Gangs advertise illegal Channel crossings online
Criminal gangs in Britain are brazenly advertising illegal migrant Channel crossings online, with offenders now facing up to five years in prison under new laws.
Starmer aide in smuggling gangs scandal
A senior aide to Labour leader Keir Starmer faces shocking allegations of involvement with smuggling gangs facilitating illegal asylum seekers into the UK. Read the full investigation.
Michaella McCollum’s shocking SAS confession
Former drug smuggler Michaella McCollum opens up about her harrowing past in the latest episode of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. Discover her emotional journey and the challenges she faced.
Women jailed for smuggling ecstasy into Creamfields
Two women have been sentenced to prison after attempting to smuggle thousands of ecstasy pills into Creamfields festival disguised as sweets. Read the shocking details of their failed operation.
Prison officer jailed for teen inmate relationship and drugs
A female prison officer has been sentenced to prison after forming an inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old inmate and smuggling cannabis into the facility.
UK bans social media ads for illegal boat crossings
The UK government has announced a ban on social media advertisements that promote dangerous small boat crossings, targeting people-smuggling networks.
Peru Two's Michaella McCollum on prison hell and redemption
Michaella McCollum, one-half of the infamous 'Peru Two', reveals the harrowing details of her time in a Peruvian prison and her journey to redemption after being caught smuggling cocaine.
Drug smugglers jailed after dramatic boat chase crash
A gang of drug smugglers who tried to outrun Border Force by crashing their speedboat on a UK beach have been jailed. Read the full story of their audacious plot and downfall.
UK Couple Arrested with Cocaine in Holiday Hotspot
A British couple has been detained in a well-known holiday destination after authorities discovered a significant quantity of cocaine hidden in their vehicle.
Michaella McCollum’s journey from Peru Two to SAS
Michaella McCollum, infamous for her role in the 'Peru Two' drug smuggling case, has reinvented herself as a reality TV star on SAS: Who Dares Wins. Discover her journey from prison to personal redemption.
$4.6m meth found hidden in carrots at Texas border
US Customs and Border Protection officers intercepted a massive shipment of methamphetamine cleverly concealed within a shipment of carrots at a Texas border checkpoint.
Secret Service agent accused of smuggling wife in Scotland
A former US Secret Service agent allegedly smuggled his wife into Scotland during Donald Trump's 2018 visit, raising serious security concerns.
Airport worker jailed for £1.4m drug smuggling
A former Manchester Airport employee has been sentenced to prison for attempting to smuggle cocaine worth £1.4 million in passenger luggage.
Prison officer jailed for smuggling drugs to gangster
A besotted female prison officer has been sentenced to three years for smuggling £35,000 worth of drugs to her gangster lover behind bars.
RNLI rescues migrants in Channel small boats
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) has carried out daring rescues of migrants attempting to cross the English Channel in small boats. Read about their heroic efforts and the ongoing challenges.
RNLI rescues 19 migrants in Channel crossing
The RNLI has released gripping footage of its crews rescuing 19 migrants from the English Channel, as the charity defends its operations against claims it acts as a 'taxi service' for illegal crossings.
Haunted Port Isaac: Cornwall’s Smuggling Ghost Town
Explore the eerie charm of Port Isaac, a picturesque Cornish harbour town with a history steeped in smuggling and ghostly legends. Perfect for history buffs and adventure seekers!
Migrant executed by smuggler in Dunkirk camp
A UK-bound migrant was brutally executed in Dunkirk after being shot seven times by a people smuggler. The shocking incident highlights the dangers faced by those attempting to cross the Channel.
Singapore sinkhole traps migrant workers in dramatic rescue
A group of migrant workers in Singapore narrowly escaped disaster after a massive sinkhole opened beneath them. Read their harrowing survival story.
French tourist caught smuggling meth in shoes
A French traveller was caught at Sydney Airport attempting to smuggle methamphetamine concealed in his footwear. Authorities seized the drugs, and the man now faces serious charges.
Epping protests over asylum seeker hotel plans
Residents and activists clash over plans to convert The Bell Hotel in Epping into accommodation for asylum seekers, sparking heated demonstrations and local backlash.
Migrant Boat Driver Arrested in Channel Crossing
A driver of a migrant boat has been arrested in a dramatic Channel crossing incident. Read the full story behind the arrest and the ongoing immigration crisis.
Woman caught smuggling turtle in bra at airport
A bizarre smuggling attempt unfolded at a Florida airport when TSA agents discovered a live turtle hidden inside a woman's bra. Read the shocking details.
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