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Five arrests in investigation into criminal drug gang

Five arrests in investigation into criminal drug gang

Five individuals were arrested in Rotterdam and Hazeldonk on Wednesday as part of an investigation into a criminal drug organization. The suspects face charges including leading a criminal enterprise, drug trafficking, and illegal possession of weapons.

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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