General · 15 May 2026

Simon Dutton arrested in Spain near Benidorm

A man wanted by UK police is now facing extradition proceedings in Spain. Simon Dutton, 49, was detained in La Nucia near Benidorm after a joint operation involving Spain's Civil Guard and the UK's National Crime Agency. Greater Manchester Police wanted him over cocaine importation, money laundering, false passport offences and breaching a Serious Crime Prevention Order, with one intercepted shipment valued at £1.5m.

By BriefTea Editorial · 15 May 2026 at 4:19

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