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Why the 'drug grandpa' is not just an isolated case: a Marratxí case and the questions that remain

When the elderly become links in drug parcel networks in Mallorca

Explains how retirees can be recruited as parcel pickups in Mallorca, amid social vulnerabilities and trafficking networks.

Published: September 09, 2026
Why the 'drug grandpa' is not just an isolated case: a Marratxí case and the questions that remain

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Why are retirees used as parcel pickups in Mallorca drug cases?

In Mallorca, older residents are often perceived as harmless by staff and couriers, which criminals exploit to move packages with less scrutiny. Vulnerabilities such as isolation or economic pressure can make illicit offers seem attractive. The Marratxí case shows how a 73-year-old ended up as a parcel pickup in a broader criminal network.

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