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Policia Nacional

Organization Law Enforcement

Policia Nacional is the Spanish National Police, recently involved in drug trafficking and crime operations.

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The Policia Nacional is the national police force of Spain. Recent news highlights their involvement in combating drug trafficking and addressing issues of repeat offenders. They are newsworthy due to their recent actions in dismantling a large drug smuggling tunnel between Morocco and Spain, resulting in the arrest of 27 individuals and the seizure of 17 tons of drugs. The tunnel was discovered in Ceuta, a Spanish enclave in Morocco. Additionally, the Policia Nacional conducted 'Operación Kanpai' in Vilanova i la Geltrú and Cubelles, targeting repeat offenders. This operation involved identifying 222 individuals with a total of 386 police records, resulting in multiple citations for drug possession, disobedience, and possession of prohibited weapons. These operations demonstrate the Policia Nacional's ongoing efforts to maintain security and combat crime within Spain and its territories.
Last updated: April 4, 2026