A criminal gang has been sentenced for attempting to smuggle £200 million worth of cocaine hidden in banana boxes from Colombia to the UK. Intercepted in Portsmouth in February 2021, the operation involved undercover officers and led to major convictions. Key members Petko Zhutev, Gjergji Diko, and Bruno Kuci received lengthy prison sentences, with Zhutev receiving 27 years. The National Crime Agency indicated this is one of the largest drug seizures in UK history, showcasing the extensive efforts of organized crime to exploit legitimate businesses for illicit activities.

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