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Australian police seize country’s largest-ever cocaine bust

Authorities in Australia announced the record-breaking bust on Monday.

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The Australian Federal Police charged 13 people following an investigation into a transnational organized crime syndicate accused of conspiring to import over two tons of cocaine into Australia by sea. (Courtesy of Australian Federal Police, Queensland Police and Australian Border Force)
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Australian authorities seized over two tons of cocaine over the weekend worth nearly $500 million after the fishing boat that smugglers used to sail the drugs into Australia broke down — the largest ever seizure of cocaine in Australia.

Authorities announced Monday morning the country’s record-breaking bust and charges of conspiracy to import drugs against 13 people, including two minors.