Police sniffer dog uncovers $32 million shipment of cocaine in Brazil

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By Samantha Allen

Published: May 30, 2022 | 8:00 PM GMT

This is the shocking moment a police sniffer dog uncovered a $32 million shipment of cocaine that was concealed within a delivery of cookie boxes in Rio de Janeiro.

Narcotic agents seized the massive cocaine shipment after stopping a truck as part of a routine inspection on President Durra Highway last Tuesday.

One of the cops led the pooch, named Enzo, into the trailer where he was able to detect 800 kilos of cocaine.

A 36-year-old man who was driving the cargo truck was taken into custody and charged with drug trafficking.

He could be sentenced up to 15 years in prison if he is found guilty.

Enzo’s cocaine bust was heralded by President Jair Bolsonaro, who shared the video on his Twitter account.

The far-right leader revealed that it was the third seizure of the Type-A party drug made in May by the country’s Federal Police, confiscating 2.5 tons of cocaine, worth approximately $87 million in the streets.

Enzo was involved in a May 13 bust that led cops to 805 kilos of cocaine hidden inside a truck that was also stopped President Dutra Highway.

The driver, who is also 36 years old, was arrested and charged with drug trafficking.

He too faces a 15-year prison sentence should he be found guilty.

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About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.