The Grinch Leads Police Raid Against Peruvian Drug Gang

The Grinch Leads Police Raid Against Peruvian Drug Gang
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A Peruvian police squad, led by an officer clad as the infamous Grinch, executed a bold operation against a drug-trafficking ring in southern Lima. The raid, which unfolded in the district of San Bartolo, ended with the arrest of three siblings involved in micro-trafficking and their leader, Eva Espinoza, known to authorities as “La Reina del Sur.”

The Grinch Calls For Justice

According to Colonel Carlos López, head of the Green Squad anti-drug unit, the undercover team used the element of surprise to dismantle the operation. “In this case, we used ‘The Grinch,’ who led the raid by breaking down the entrance door, allowing us to apprehend the drug dealers,” López explained as reported by CNN. The police later shared images of the operation, showing the surreal moment when the notorious holiday character burst onto the scene, transforming fiction into a powerful weapon against crime.

 

Eva Espinoza, the group’s leader, had long been on the radar of Peruvian authorities. Known for her influence in local trafficking circles, she operated alongside her siblings, distributing base cocaine and marijuana. The raid resulted in the seizure of hundreds of packages of illicit substances, including a kilogram of base cocaine — a product valued at approximately $380 per kilo in Peru — and processed cocaine, which fetches up to $1,000 per kilo on the black market.

Peruvian police have increasingly employed unconventional strategies, including the use of disguises, to combat crime and maintain an element of surprise. “The Grinch is an enemy of those who sell drugs and harm society,” López said.

The approach not only serves as a tactical maneuver but also garners public attention, drawing focus to the broader efforts against narcotics. While the image of the Grinch—normally synonymous with stealing Christmas cheer — may seem incongruous, its presence underlines a serious commitment to disrupting the flow of drugs in communities across Peru.

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