Warsaw: Polish border guards have uncovered more than 100 kilograms of cocaine hidden on the seabed of the Baltic Sea, marking a significant drug bust linked to efforts to protect critical infrastructure. Authorities announced on Tuesday that the narcotics, valued at approximately 60 million zlotys ($15 million) on the black market, were found during a routine security operation.
In connection with the discovery, seven individuals have been detained. Law enforcement officials stated that the suspects could face up to 20 years in prison if convicted.
Polish border guards said they found more than 100 kg of cocaine on the bottom of the Baltic Sea while conducting operations to protect critical infrastructure. The drugs could have a black market value of up to $15 million, a border guard statement said https://t.co/2uJY0lVeYb pic.twitter.com/lWCfJiPrzz
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The drugs were located in the Gulf of Gdańsk, a crucial maritime area in northern Poland. Authorities traced the movements of the alleged perpetrators, leading to further seizures of significant quantities of narcotics.
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The incident comes amid heightened security concerns in the Baltic region, where nations remain on alert for threats to underwater critical infrastructure. Recent damage to such infrastructure has raised suspicions of sabotage, prompting NATO to pledge an increased presence in the area.
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Polish authorities continue to investigate the origins and intended recipients of the seized drugs, emphasizing their commitment to cracking down on organized crime networks operating in the region.
