Germany seizes tons of cocaine and suspects are arrested in Spain
German authorities have seized over 8 metric tons of cocaine that was hidden in a container meant for cacao beans. The cocaine, valued at approximately 500 million euros, was discovered in Wilhelmshaven and was destined for Spain. Two suspects were arrested in Spain in connection with the shipment, which had arrived from West Africa.
- ▪German customs seized more than 8 metric tons of cocaine from a container intended for cacao beans.
- ▪The street value of the seized cocaine is estimated at about 500 million euros.
- ▪Two suspects were arrested in Spain, linked to the shipment that originated from West Africa.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onGermany seizes tons of cocaine and suspects are arrested in SpainGerman authorities have seized over 8 metric tons of cocaine from a container meant to carry cacao beansByThe Associated PressJune 3, 2026, 7:19 AM0:59Several bags of cocaine that were seized by German customs are seen at a press conference at the Customs Criminal Investigation Office in Cologne, Germany, Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
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