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What is 'organised crime'?

The scale of the drug seizures at Southampton Port, involving hundreds of kilograms, strongly suggests the involvement of organised crime groups. These sophisticated networks plan and execute large scale smuggling operations, often across international borders, to profit from illegal activities like drug trafficking. They use complex logistics and often exploit legitimate businesses.

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Border Force seizes £160 million in drugs at Southampton port

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