International Police Operation Nets Drug Trafficking Fugitives in Malaga

Malaga Drug Trafficking Fugitives Apprehended in Joint Police Operation A joint operation between the Spanish National Police and the Italian Polizia di Stato has resulted in the arrest of two fugitives in Malaga, Spain. The suspects, a father and son, were wanted in Italy on drug trafficking charges and faced potential sentences of up to 30 years in prison. The operation, which took place on May 26, 2025, involved close collaboration between the two law enforcement agencies. A spokesperson for the Spanish National Police stated, "This arrest demonstrates the effectiveness of international cooperation in tackling transnational crime." The father and son were apprehended on a street in Malaga. Eyewitnesses reported seeing a large police presence and the suspects being taken into custody without incident. One witness said, "It was quite a sight, all those police officers. It was clear something serious was happening." The details of the drug trafficking operation are still under investigation, but the arrests are considered a significant blow to the criminal network involved. The successful collaboration between Spanish and Italian authorities highlights the growing importance of international cooperation in combating organized crime.