As much as 10 times more cocaine is entering Russia since the start of Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. This is according to an investigation by the Russian newspaper Izvestia. The war has forced drug organizations to change several international drug smuggling routes.

The volume of cocaine seized by Russian authorities has surged since the country launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, reflecting a significant shift in international smuggling routes and techniques,

Seizures like this weaken the financial powers of criminal organizations and disrupt their operations,” he said.

Toronto police say the largest cocaine bust in their history looks to be tied to a notorious Mexican cartel. Supt. Paul MacIntyre says police seized 835 kilograms of cocaine that has the “hallmarks” of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

An Oakland Park man is now facing charges months after authorities said he crashed his luxury car while speeding over 120 mph in Pompano Beach, killing one person.

A BMW driver who was allegedly going 124 mph shortly before a crash in Pompano Beach that killed another driver last year has been arrested after authorities said he tested positive for cocaine after the collision.