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Sweden Blocks Hazardous Cargo

A Swedish-led operation across eleven countries has uncovered more than stolen goods, with some suspect shipments apparently heading far beyond Europe.

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Odd Inge Teige
Nov 9

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Eight vehicles carrying environmentally hazardous waste were barred from leaving Sweden during an international operation reported by the Swedish Police Authority on November 6.

Their loads included electronic waste, scrap metal, discarded vehicles and car batteries. Investigators suspected unlawful shipments, with likely …

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