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Money-laundering raid in Palma: three more arrests — total rises to 52

Why the Palma Case Goes Beyond Drug Trafficking

Palma investigators say the case involves organised crime, laundering routes and links to legitimate business activity.

Published: April 22, 2026
Money-laundering raid in Palma: three more arrests — total rises to 52

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Why is the investigation into Palma more than just a drug case?

The evidence points to a broader structure involving cash, transport, property and possible laundering through legitimate business activity. That is why the case is being treated as organised crime rather than only street-level drug trafficking. The presence of lawyers, a former senior police officer and several business-related searches also suggests a wider reach.

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