Mexican Drug Cartel's European Kingpin Arrested By Spanish Police

Natalia Ningthoujam / Aug 01 2023, 09:12 AM EST

The Spanish authorities on Monday arrested Mexican drug cartel Los Zetas' European division's leader and four other members in Madrid.

The criminal organization was reportedly trying to build a strong base in Spain, and even posting agents across Europe, especially the Netherlands, as per Politico.

The final phase of a cocaine transaction reportedly led to the arrest of Said and the other members'. Authorities said arresting Said was no easy task, as he mostly led a nomadic life, although his base of operations was Madrid.

Following the arrest, the Spanish National Police tweeted, "A total of five people have been arrested in addition to the seizure of 400 kg of narcotic substances and 220,000 euro in cash."

For this operation, the Spanish authorities joined hands with U.S. Homeland Security Investigations and the Colombian National Police.

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