Europol’s joint operation in Ukraine, Poland, and Moldova seize over $260K in cash, dismantle 36 synthetic drug labs, and arrest 103 suspects in a major blow to international trafficking networks

The network, allegedly led by a Ukrainian organiser with links to Polish criminal groups, specialised in producing synthetic cathinones such as alpha-PVP and used legitimate business structures in Poland and Lithuania to import chemical precursors and equipment, helping conceal illicit operations. Authorities seized large quantities of drugs and precursors, significant cash in multiple currencies, virtual assets worth about $45,000, and 41 vehicles, highlighting the group’s diversified financial footprint. Europol provided real-time intelligence…