Two Dutch citizens have received lengthy prison sentences in the UK for their involvement in a large-scale drug smuggling operation. Johannes V. was sentenced to 32 years, while Barbara R. received 18 years. The operation is noted for its staggering value of up to £7 billion and included the smuggling of heroin, cocaine, and cannabis into the UK from mainland Europe. The case represents one of the largest drug smuggling discoveries in British history, with a total of eighteen gang members convicted.