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Officials have intercepted a steady flow of cannabis-filled suitcases loaded onto passenger flights from the United States, with an average of five seizures a month in 2025.
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Officials intercepted steady flow of cannabis-filled suitcases from the United States with average of five seizures a month in 2025.
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Context Type
News Article
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{
    "date": "2025-09-01",
    "year": "2025",
    "source": "The New York Times",
    "location": "UK"
}
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crime statistical
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9fc886a8-427b-4058-a8fd-d370ffed4a3a
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Created
September 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM (6 days ago)
Last Updated
September 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM (6 days ago)

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California’s Potent Legal Weed Is Booming in Britain, Less Legally
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https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/01/world/europe/california-uk-cannabis-smuggling.html?nl=the-morning&regi_id=122976029&segment_id=205030

California's legal marijuana is being smuggled into Britain, where it's illegal, due to its high potency and demand. Smugglers use suitcases on commercial flights, exploiting the legal difference. Law enforcement is struggling to combat this large-scale operation.

Cannabis Smuggling
International Drug Trade
Marijuana Legalization
UK Crime
California Cannabis Industry
Border Security

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