Record-Breaking Hashish Seizure in Brazil: R$50 Million Worth of Drugs Confiscated

Record Hashish Seizure in Paraná: R$50 Million Drug Bust In a major blow to drug trafficking in Brazil, the Paraná Civil Police announced the seizure of 704 kilograms of hashish in Campina Grande do Sul, a city in the metropolitan region of Curitiba. The estimated street value of the drugs is a staggering R$50 million, making it the second-largest hashish seizure in the country's history. Two men, aged 30 and 32, were arrested in connection with the operation. "This is a significant victory in our fight against drug trafficking," stated a spokesperson for the Denarc (Divisão Estadual de Narcóticos). "The sophisticated packaging and the origin of the drugs point to a well-organized international trafficking network." The hashish was discovered hidden in a truck on BR-116. Each package was meticulously wrapped in hand-stitched, high-resistance fabric, a common characteristic of shipments intended for international transport. Investigators believe the drugs originated in Morocco and were being transported from Fortaleza, Ceará, to Curitiba, Paraná. The successful operation highlights the ongoing efforts of Brazilian law enforcement to combat the flow of illicit drugs into the country. The arrests and seizure send a strong message to drug traffickers and underscore the determination of authorities to disrupt their activities.