Nearly Half a Ton of Cocaine Seized in Albania, 10 Arrested

Nearly Half a Ton of Cocaine Seized in Albania, 10 Arrested
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TIRANA, Albania—Albanian authorities on Friday said they have seized 430 kilograms (1,000 pounds) of cocaine in a coordinated operation with neighboring Montenegro and other law enforcement international institutions.

Albania’s corruption and organized crime squad said 10 Albanian nationals were arrested after the cocaine was found hidden in a shipment of some 24 tons of fertilizer. During Thursday’s operation, police also seized automatic rifles, ammunition and cash.