Mother and son arrested in Gran Canaria for drug trafficking and money laundering
The National Police have arrested a woman and her son in Gran Canaria, accused of drug trafficking and money laundering, according to a statement from the Canary Islands Police Headquarters.
The pair allegedly used a home in the Jinámar neighbourhood of Telde as a distribution point for narcotics, mainly heroin and crack cocaine, police sources confirmed.
The investigation began after officers received a report from the public about suspicious activity and a frequent flow of visitors to their property. Following surveillance operations, officers confirmed that the residence was being used for drug dealing.
During a search of the premises, police seized 43 grams of cocaine, 13 grams of crack, 4,409 hypnotic and sedative tablets, and €5,710 in cash.
Both suspects were taken into custody and now face charges of drug trafficking and money laundering. The investigation remains ongoing.
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