The discovery of 300 kg of cocaine in banana crates highlights ongoing challenges in illicit trade. According to Brandenburg police spokesperson Brigit Kardels, the drugs were found in ten Berlin supermarkets and four in Brandenburg. This incident aligns with previous smuggling methods involving fruit shipments.
This situation raises questions about logistical failures in drug retrieval post-shipment. The drugs, originating from South and Central America, follow a maritime route via container ships to ports like Antwerp and Rotterdam, then are dispersed across Europe.
The use of perishable goods as drug conduits reflects complex smuggling tactics aimed at evading detection during transit. Such incidents indicate the recurrent utilization of commercial supply chains for illegal purposes. The current investigation is pending final outcomes.
Source: The Berliner
