Accused cocaine supplier busted with $70k cash at airport
Detective found cash in various currencies in the accused's luggage, the jury heard today.
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DMX hospitalised and in critical condition after overdose
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Joseph Parker named as sports star police linked to drug conspiracy
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Kiwi sports star who police linked to drug syndicate to be named tomorrow
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Massive cocaine bust: 23 tons seized
"Never before has so much cocaine been intercepted" in a single operation.
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