Lynn Dalby, star of Budgie and Emmerdale, dies at 78
Actor Lynn Dalby, best known for playing Hazel in the 1970s ITV drama Budgie opposite Adam Faith, has died from COPD at the age of 78. Read her full career story.
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21 arrested in Lithuania over balloon cigarette smuggling
Lithuanian authorities have detained 21 suspects in a major crackdown on a criminal network using weather balloons to smuggle cigarettes from Belarus, an operation that caused airport closures. Read the full investigation details.
21 arrested in Lithuania over balloon cigarette smuggling
Lithuanian authorities have detained 21 suspects in a major crackdown on a criminal network using weather balloons to smuggle cigarettes from Belarus, an operation that forced repeated airport shutdowns. Read the full investigation details.
1983 Welsh beach bunker drug smuggling plot exposed
The incredible true story of a secret beach bunker in Wales that led to an international drug smuggling bust. A new BBC documentary reveals how locals helped foil the plot. Watch Cannabis Cove: Operation Seal Bay tonight.
Romanian lorry drivers jailed for smuggling 49 migrants
Two Romanian lorry drivers sentenced for attempting to smuggle 49 migrants from UK to France. National Crime Agency warns of sophisticated people smuggling operations targeting HGV drivers.
Preston people smuggler jailed for 17 years
Amanj Hasan Zada ran a multi-million pound migrant smuggling operation from his Preston terraced house using social media. Discover how NCA investigators brought him down.
British woman in Georgia prison drug smuggling scandal
Bella Culley, a British woman from Hertfordshire, faces serious charges after allegedly smuggling drugs into a Georgian prison during what she thought was a romantic holiday. Exclusive details reveal her shocking ordeal.
Balloon cigarette smuggling forces Vilnius Airport closure
Vilnius Airport faces unprecedented closure as criminal gangs deploy hundreds of balloons carrying contraband cigarettes across the border from Belarus, creating major security concerns.
Kerala Temple's Gold Treasure Sparks Smuggling Crisis
Kerala's Sabarimala Temple faces security crisis as gold reserves hit record value, triggering smuggling concerns and urgent protection measures.
UK border officers sent to Balkans to fight people smuggling
British border security experts are being sent to the Balkans to disrupt sophisticated people smuggling operations targeting the UK, as the government launches a new offensive against cross-channel migration routes.
Brit dies swallowing cocaine packets on Dubai flight
A British national has died in a suspected drug smuggling tragedy after swallowing multiple packets of cocaine during a flight to Dubai. The incident has sparked international warnings about the extreme dangers of body packing.
Venezuelan Gang's Florida Smuggling Plot Foiled
US authorities intercept a major human smuggling operation off the Florida coast, linking the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua to a failed boat strike. The incident raises alarms over the cartel's expanding international reach and evolving tactics.
British Drug Mule Kim Hall Jailed in US
Kim Hall, a British mother, has been sentenced to 70 months in a US prison for attempting to smuggle cocaine. Discover the full story of her arrest and the stark warning from officials.
Pensioner on mobility scooter jailed for cocaine smuggling
A 63-year-old man from Kent, using a mobility scooter, has been sentenced to eight years for attempting to smuggle £1 million worth of cocaine from the Netherlands. Discover the shocking details of this sophisticated drug operation.
Pensioner caught smuggling live snakes in trousers at Gatwick
A 71-year-old British man has been convicted after a brazen attempt to smuggle three live snakes and three chameleons through Gatwick Airport, concealed in his trousers. The shocking discovery was made during a routine security check.
American arrested at Sydney airport over alleged cocaine
A 26-year-old American woman has been arrested at Sydney International Airport after Australian Border Force officers allegedly discovered a substance believed to be cocaine hidden inside her luggage.
Heathrow gold heist foiled: £1.3m bars seized in police raid
Metropolitan Police arrest three men at Heathrow Airport after intercepting a sophisticated plot to smuggle £1.3 million worth of gold bars from Switzerland to the UK disguised as machine parts.
Australian Mum Faces Death Penalty in Taiwan Drug Case
A Brisbane mother faces execution in Taiwan after authorities allegedly found 30kg of cannabis concealed within her luggage. The harrowing case highlights international drug trafficking dangers.
Dover Migrant Crisis: Arrivals Surge Past 50,000
Exclusive images reveal large groups of men idling near the Port of Dover as UK small boat arrivals surpass 50,000 this year, creating a new crisis for the Labour government.
Yvette Cooper launches crackdown on Channel smuggling gangs
New Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has launched a major crackdown on criminal smuggling networks operating in the Channel, vowing to overhaul the UK's asylum system with a new Border Security Command.
US sinks Venezuelan 'narco-sub' in major cocaine bust
In a major counter-narcotics operation, a US Coastguard team from the USS Margaret Chase Thatcher intercepted and scuttled a semi-submersible vessel smuggling over two tonnes of cocaine from Venezuela.
Polish smuggler caught at Dover with 61 hidden guns
A Polish smuggler's audacious attempt to bring 61 illegal firearms into the UK through Dover has been foiled by Border Force officers. The man claimed to be attending a christening.
Prison Officer Jailed for Smuggling Drugs into HMP Altcourse
Sarah Williams, a former prison officer at HMP Altcourse in Liverpool, has been sentenced to two years and eight months for a brazen plot to smuggle contraband, including cannabis and mobile phones, to inmates.
Pro-migrant flag organiser jailed for smuggling plot
The organiser of a pro-migrant flag campaign on the White Cliffs of Dover has been sentenced to three years for his role in a foiled people smuggling operation across the English Channel.
Chinese & Indian Channel Crossings Surge 100%
Exclusive investigation reveals a dramatic shift in Channel crossings, with a 100% surge in Chinese and Indian nationals. The Home Office faces a new migration crisis as it grapples with sophisticated smuggling networks and international asylum claims.
Record number of people smuggling gangs disrupted
Home Office data reveals a dramatic surge in successful operations against criminal networks orchestrating illegal Channel crossings, with a 73% increase in disruptions.
Student jailed for smuggling £50k in Nando's bag
A university student from Salford has been sentenced to two years in prison after being caught attempting to smuggle £50,000 in cash out of the UK to Dubai in a Nando's takeaway bag at Manchester Airport.
Prison Officer Murdered After Discovering Inmate's Secret
A dedicated prison officer at HMP Frankland was brutally murdered by a dangerous inmate after discovering his illicit contraband network. The shocking incident has raised serious questions about staff safety in UK prisons.
Australia's cig price hike fuels black market boom
The Australian government's new 7% tobacco tax increase, aimed at improving public health, is fuelling a rampant black market for cigarettes, raising concerns about lost tax revenue and organised crime.
Tiny UK Seaside Village With a Secret Smugglers' Past
Nestled on the North Yorkshire coast, the enchanting village of Robin Hood's Bay is a hidden gem with a rich history of smuggling, breathtaking coastal walks, and exceptional fish and chips. Discover why this spot is a must-visit UK destination.
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