Swedish court sentenced 11 individuals involved in the country’s largest cocaine seizure, totaling 1.3 tons, with an estimated value of approximately US$126 million. The operation, centered in Nynäshamn, uncovered the drugs linked to the Rumba crime organization, one of Sweden’s most prominent crime syndicates. Eight of the convicted received prison terms ranging from 18 months to five years and four months, while two were sentenced to juvenile detention. The alleged leader of the group, 35-year-old Ismail Abdo, was arrested in Turkey on July 4, though extradition is not possible due to his dual Turkish-Swedish citizenship. The Swedish Prosecution Authority confirmed the arrests followed a coordinated effort with Turkish authorities, marking a significant step in tackling organized crime. The case highlighted the scale of drug trafficking, with evidence suggesting the cocaine was intended for distribution across northern Europe. Authorities seized additional assets, including vehicles and cash, valued at over 2 million Swedish kronor (approximately $190,000), as part of the investigation. The court proceedings, which spanned several weeks, involved testimony from over 50 witnesses and the analysis of more than 300 pieces of evidence, including financial records and surveillance data. The Rumba organization’s activities have been under scrutiny since 2024, with this bust representing a key development in ongoing efforts to disrupt its operations. No further trials are scheduled as of July 12, though investigations into related networks continue.
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