In an operation carried out on Wednesday night, the Civil Guard of Santa Eulària arrested a 27-year-old man accused of a crime against public health. crime against public health. The individual, known for his background in drug trafficking, was intercepted after raising suspicions while he remained inside his parked vehicle.
A suspicious gesture that raised the alert
The arrest took place when a citizen security patrol detected a car parked in a little-traveled area. Upon observing the presence of the agents, the occupant of the vehicle attempted to hide, which immediately aroused the suspicions of the guards. Upon approaching, the officers recognized the man, who had been previously arrested for drug trafficking offenses.
Cocaine hidden in secret compartments
During the search of the vehicle, the agents found 10 doses of cocaine carefully packaged in small baggies ready for distribution. These were hidden under the gas cap, a method commonly used to evade police controls. In addition, another 7 doses were found in a compartment concealed under the steering wheel. In total, 17 doses of cocaine were ready for sale. The use of hidden compartments in the vehicle reveals a sophisticated modus operandi, aimed at making it difficult to detect the drug during possible inspections.
Recidivism and consequences
The Guardia Civil proceeded to arrest the suspect on the spot, charging him with a crime against public health. This case is not the first one in the history of the detainee, who had already been arrested on other occasions for activities related to drug trafficking.
