French customs officers intercepted nearly 3.9 metric tonnes of cocaine at the northern port of Dunkirk. The drugs were concealed inside a container of plastic waste that had originated from Ghana. The estimated value of the seized narcotics ranges between $260 million and €225 million, depending on the currency conversion.
The operation was conducted by French customs officials working alongside the country’s organized crime prosecutor’s office. The container, which had arrived from Ghana, was flagged during routine inspections. Authorities confirmed that the cocaine was hidden within the waste materials, making it difficult to detect during transit.
This seizure marks one of the largest drug busts in recent French history. Officials have not yet identified the specific group or individuals responsible for the shipment. Further investigations are ongoing to trace the origins of the drugs and identify any associated networks. The case highlights the growing role of Ghana in international drug trafficking routes.
