Men Claiming Camino Pilgrims' Status Foil Alleged Narco-Sub Cocaine Smuggling Operation

Breaking News: Men in Wet Clothes Claiming to be Camino Pilgrims Arrested over Alleged Narco-Sub Plot Spanish police have arrested three men suspected of piloting a narco-submarine carrying 3.65 tonnes of cocaine from South America to Galicia, after their suspicious behavior raised red flags. Timeline: August: Policía Nacional officers, working with the US Drug Enforcement Agency, detected an alleged drug-smuggling gang based in Outes. 13 September: The gang's high-powered boats were spotted heading out to sea. 14 September: Three men, claiming to be Camino pilgrims, were arrested after being stopped by police while trying to blend in with genuine pilgrims. Immediate Impact and Response: The arrests bring the total number of suspects detained to 14. The Policía Nacional has confirmed that the alleged gang was using a company selling and repairing nautical equipment as a front for their activities. Background Context: The use of narco-submarines is a growing concern in international drug trafficking, allowing smugglers to transport large quantities of cocaine undetected across vast distances. This case highlights the increasing sophistication of these operations and the need for law enforcement agencies to adapt their strategies. What Happens Next: As investigations continue, authorities are working to dismantle the alleged gang's network and recover the seized cocaine. The incident serves as a reminder of the complex challenges facing law enforcement in the fight against transnational organized crime. *This story is developing. Information compiled from Theguardian reporting.*