In the space of the last 18 months, PJ police (through its drug trafficking unit) have arrested no less than 15 baggage handlers working for Groundforce at Lisbon airport on suspicions of international drug trafficking. Eight of the men have been remanded in custody. The latest arrests (involving three Portuguese and a Cape Verdian national) followed suspects being “caught removing bags containing 30 kilos of cocaine from the hold of a flight from Brazil”, say reports. The men are due to appear before magistrates today.
15 Groundforce baggage handlers arrested for suspected drug trafficking
Lisbon airport is in desperate need of an 'upgrade' in various areas. It is well known for being one of the world's worst airport terminals - a dismal 'welcome' to a country that relies so heavily on tourism
