Several port workers arrested as part of major cocaine seizure probe – Police

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August 7, 2026

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Several port workers arrested as part of major cocaine seizure probe – Police

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The police are reporting that several employees at Kingston Container Terminal suspected of being part of a drug-smuggling syndicate operating at the facility have been taken into custody.

They say the arrests came amid an investigation arising from a massive cocaine seizure.

The police say earlier this week, cocaine valued at approximately $1 billion was seized.

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