Officials in South America confiscated more than 10 tons of cocaine in two separate drug busts this week, leading to the arrest of at least five individuals involved in the trafficking cases. In Paraguay, authorities seized over 4 tons of cocaine hidden inside bags of sugar bound for Europe. The drugs were discovered during an unpacking operation at a river port in the capital city of Asunción, with an estimated street value of $240 million in Europe. Similar drug seizures were conducted in Ecuador, where police found over 6 tons of cocaine hidden in banana shipments destined for Germany. Five individuals were arrested in connection to the bust, including representatives from the export company and managers of the banana plantation. The cocaine had a street value of $224 million. These busts represent significant victories in the fight against drug trafficking in the region, with authorities continuing to investigate other possible contaminated shipments. These operations highlight the ongoing challenges faced in preventing the illegal transportation of narcotics and the need for continued vigilance and cooperation among law enforcement agencies.
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