Police charge 11 after cannabis worth nearly £14m seized at Birmingham airport

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Birmingham Airport Bust: 11 Suspects Charged Over £14m Cannabis Smuggling Attempt

Law enforcement officials have taken action against 11 individuals suspected of attempting to smuggle nearly £14 million worth of cannabis into the UK from Thailand, with more than half a tonne of the class B drug seized at Birmingham airport last August.

The suspects, aged between 21 and 35, were arrested after travelling from Paris Charles de Gaulle airport to the UK via different routes, and all have been charged in connection with the incident.

NCA officials described the cannabis as an "enormous amount", and warned that those involved in smuggling could face significant fines if caught. Commander Kevin Broadhead stated that this seizure would have been extremely profitable for organised crime gangs had it remained undetected.

The charges brought against the suspects mark a significant development in ongoing investigations into the growing trend of cannabis trafficking from Thailand to UK airports, with 15 tonnes of the drug being uncovered at airports by August last year. Thailand, Canada and certain parts of the US where cannabis is decriminalised are considered hotspots for trafficking due to their perceived high-quality product.

Other recent cases have highlighted the dangers faced by those involved in smuggling, including former Arsenal footballer Jay Emmanuel-Thomas who was sentenced to four years in prison after admitting to orchestrating a plot to smuggle cannabis from Thailand.
 
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I'm thinking... 14 million pounds is a crazy amount of cash, like someone has no idea how many weed heads are out there in the UK 😂. But seriously, these smugglers must have had some serious connections to get that much dope into the country. I mean, Paris to Birmingham? That's some serious planning 🤯. And 15 tonnes of cannabis being uncovered at airports last year is just insane... how do they even hide it all in planes? 😂

I'm also thinking about those poor guys who got caught up in this smuggling business. Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, a former pro footballer, ended up in prison for 4 years. That's some harsh punishment 🤕. I hope the authorities crack down on these cartels and make it harder for them to operate.

And what really gets me is how Thailand became a hotspot for cannabis trafficking. It's like, what happened there? Did they just decide to become the weed cartel of Southeast Asia? 😂
 
I'm shocked by these new developments 🤯. Smuggling £14m worth of cannabis into the UK is just insane! I mean, what's the point of risking everything for that kind of money? And it's not just the suspects who are at risk, but also our airports and transportation systems 🚫. It's like they're playing with fire, putting innocent lives on hold.

And it's scary to think about the scale of this problem - 15 tonnes of cannabis already uncovered at UK airports last year? That's a huge amount of product. I hope law enforcement is doing everything possible to crack down on these smuggling gangs and keep our communities safe 🙏. But it's also a reminder that we need to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity, because if one person doesn't speak up, no one will 😬.
 
🤔 just thinking about how some people are so desperate for cash they'd risk their lives smuggling massive amounts of weed... like £14 million worth is crazy 💸 it's no wonder the cops said it would've been super profitable for the gangs if they caught on time 🚨 anyway, gotta feel sorry for the innocent travellers who got swept up in all this chaos 😕
 
I'm not buying it 🤑. £14m is a huge amount of money and if they say these 11 suspects were the masterminds behind this massive operation, why haven't we heard more about them? Where's the proof? Who are their accomplices? It all sounds like a typical big-name bust to me. And what about the UK's own cannabis laws? Why do they need to smuggle it from abroad when they can just get it through legit channels? 🤔 Also, didn't we learn anything from Jay Emmanuel-Thomas's case? Shouldn't the authorities have taken more action against him? This all feels like a classic case of "we caught some suspects, yay" without any real insight into what went down. 💸
 
I'm still shook about this Birmingham airport bust 🤯. £14 million worth of weed just chillin' at the airport? It's like, what were they thinking?! 🙄 I mean, I get it, some people are making that kinda cash, but come on, they're basically courting danger. And to think, if the NCA hadn't caught them, this could've been a major blow to our laws and security 😬. The NCA is always on top of these things, but it's still sad when you see people getting in over their heads like this. 15 tonnes of cannabis at airports? That's just crazy 🤯. We need to keep cracking down on these smuggling operations before they take over our skies ✈️.
 
I'm still trying to wrap my head around how these 11 people managed to get their hands on nearly £14 million worth of cannabis at Birmingham airport. I mean, we all know that organised crime gangs are getting more and more brazen, but this is just crazy 💥. It's like they were playing a high-stakes game of cat and mouse with the authorities.

What really gets me is how these guys thought they could get away with it. The fact that Commander Broadhead is saying that if they had succeeded, it would have been an "enormous amount" of profit for the gangs is just chilling 🤯. It's not like they're doing this for the love of cannabis or anything - they're just in it for the money.

And let's be real, these guys are lucky to have only gotten 4 years if Jay Emmanuel-Thomas got away with 4 years in prison 😒. I guess that's what happens when you're a former footballer trying to make a quick buck on the side. Anyway, this is just another example of how cannabis trafficking is becoming an increasingly big deal and law enforcement needs to stay on top of it 👮‍♂️.
 
🚫 gotta think about all these smugglers and how they put people's lives at risk 🤕 ... i mean, £14m is a lot of cash but is it really worth risking everything? 🤑 ... and what's the point of all this trafficking if you're just gonna get caught? 🚔 ... authorities should focus on finding the masterminds behind these operations instead of just the low-level suspects 👮‍♂️
 
omg u wont believe the drama at birmingham airport lol these 11 ppl thought they cud just fly in with a tonne of weed 😂🚫 and get away w/ it? think again! £14m is LOTS of cash 💸 but those organised crime gangs are still gonna take a hit if they get caught 🚔 meanwhile, we gotta give it to the nca for keeping us safe 👮‍♂️ these ppl better hope they dont get fined 🤑 cause 4 years in prison or more 😳 is no joke, esp w/ examples like jay emmanuel-thomas being sentenced 2 that kinda punishment 🤯
 
OMG, 14m 💸 is a LOT of cash just for a tonne of weed 🌿😂! Like, can't they just make some legit money instead of risking it all? 🤔 And 15 tonnes at airports already? 🚫 That's like, what even is that?! 🤯 They gotta crack down on this ASAP, or else the UK airport scene is gonna be like, totally flooded with cannabis 🌊💨. Did you know that the global cannabis market is projected to hit $82billion by 2028? 📈 That's a whole lotta cash, fam! 💸 Also, Thailand and Canada being hotspots for trafficking just means they're basically making it easy for these smugglers 😜. Commander Broadhead said it'd've been super profitable if they hadn't gotten caught... like, yeah, because that's not a motivator at all 🤑.
 
I'm not sure why we're making such a big deal about this. I mean, people are getting caught and punished for their actions, but is it really fair? These guys are just trying to make a living, right? And £14m is a lot of money... it's not like they were hurting anyone. And let's be real, cannabis is still a controlled substance in the UK, so you've gotta do what you're told.

I don't think we should be judging these guys based on their choices alone. I mean, have you seen the prices of houses in London lately? It's crazy! Some people are desperate, and that's why they turn to stuff like this. And as for Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, yeah, he made a mistake, but four years is a pretty harsh sentence if you ask me.

We need to think about the root causes of all this, not just the symptoms. Are we really helping these people by locking them up? Shouldn't we be focusing on rehabilitation and support instead of punishment? 🤔👊
 
🤕 This is so crazy! I mean, £14m is a massive amount of money and it's just devastating to think about all the harm that could've been done with it. And what really gets me is how these people thought they could just fly in and out with all that weed without getting caught. I guess you could say they were feeling pretty lucky... or stupid 😂.

But seriously, this is a huge victory for law enforcement and shows that they're taking these types of cases super seriously. And the fact that it's coming from Thailand (where cannabis is decriminalized) makes me think that we might be seeing more of these kinds of smuggling operations in the future 🚨.

I'm all about giving people second chances, but this kind of behavior just isn't acceptable. I hope these 11 folks get a good dose of reality and some time to reflect on their actions 💡. And to anyone who's thinking of getting involved in this stuff... just don't do it, trust me 🙅‍♂️.
 
I'm still trying to wrap my head around how much cash is being made out of cannabis smuggling 🤑💸. Like, nearly £14 million is insane! And it's not just the money, but also the sheer scale of the operation - over half a tonne of weed at Birmingham airport alone is crazy 🚀. I'm all for people making a living, but this is just getting out of hand. What's even more concerning is that these guys are basically getting away with it until someone gets caught 😬. I mean, I know the NCA is doing their thing, but what can they really do to stop the flow of money from these cartels? And have you seen those stats on cannabis smuggling in Thailand and other places? It's like they're creating a never-ending supply chain 🤯.
 
OMG 🤯 11 people gettin away with tryin to smuggle £14m worth of weed into the UK? That's just crazy, innit 😲?! I mean, who tries to fly that much class B in? Thirteen tonnes is a lotta ganja... I'm surprised they got caught, y'know? 🤔 The fact that it was Paris Charles de Gaulle airport, too, makes me think there must've been some big connections involved. Organised crime gangs, for sure... they'll be laughing all the way to the bank if this one flies under the radar 😳. And what's with the Thailand connection? It's like they knew exactly where to get the good stuff from 🤷‍♂️. Just wish our airports had better security measures in place... can't believe these people thought they could pull off such a massive heist 💸😒
 
😔 This is just so sad and frustrating... think about all the people affected - not just the ones involved in the smuggling but also those who are getting ripped off by these organised crime gangs. £14m is life-changing money, but what's the cost of freedom? Four years in prison for someone like Jay Emmanuel-Thomas? It's just heartbreaking 🤕. We need to support each other and look out for our community. These individuals are not just breaking the law, they're also putting their families at risk. We should be having a bigger conversation about why people feel so desperate that they'd resort to such things... 💔
 
OMG, like, I know some ppl are all like "thats just weed, chill" but honestly, £14m is a LOT of money 🤑 and these guys could've gotten life in jail if they got caught 😬. And can we talk about how the NCA is doing its job? I mean, 15 tonnes of cannabis uncovered at airports last year? That's straight fire 🔥. The thing is, ppl think it's just a victimless crime, but nope, it affects the entire country and puts law enforcement in danger too 🚨. And btw, I'm not surprised these guys tried to smuggle it from Thailand - those places are like the mecca of cannabis 🌿. But seriously, let's all just take a deep breath and appreciate how lucky we are that these substances aren't as readily available 👌.
 
I don't know... I mean, I guess it's not surprising that people would try to smuggle massive amounts of cannabis into the UK 🤷‍♂️. On one hand, £14 million is like, a small fortune and these guys could've made off with a killing if they'd gotten away with it 💸. But on another hand, think about all the people who could get hurt from this stuff - kids, families, random folk on the streets... it's just not worth it, you know? 🤦‍♂️

But then again, I mean, have you seen the prices of cannabis lately? Like, it's crazy expensive in the UK and these guys are bringing it in at like, 1/10th the price or something 💰. That sounds kinda good to me... wait, no it doesn't. 😂 Smuggling is still super sketchy and could get you caught and locked up for a while 🔒.

I'm just confused now - do I want these guys to go free so they don't cause more harm? Or do I think they should be punished hard for breaking the law? Ugh, can't make up my mind 😩.
 
OMG, £14m is just insane 🤯! I mean, I know some parents worry about kids getting caught up with weed, but this is on another level. What's crazy is that these 11 suspects could've made bank off this deal if they weren't so sloppy. It's just a reminder that there are still some really bad people out there who'd sell their soul for a quick buck 💸.

I'm also thinking about the parents of these kids... did they not teach them right from wrong? Or were they too caught up in their own struggles to notice what was happening? As a parent, it's my job to keep my kid safe and sound, but it's hard when there are so many temptations out there. We need to talk to our kids about the dangers of getting involved with gangs and the potential consequences 🤝.

And can we talk about how ridiculous it is that people would try to smuggle that much weed into the country? Like, what's the point? It's not like they'd be able to use it all themselves... maybe I'm just naive, but it seems so wasteful 🤷‍♀️.
 
🚫💸 This is wild man! I mean, £14m worth of weed is crazy. You'd think that's enough to make you rich and never have to go back to the dark side again but apparently it's not for these guys. I feel bad for the people who got caught up in this whole thing, they must be thinking what did we do wrong?! 🤔 And can you believe there are 15 tonnes of weed being smuggled into airports every year? That's insane. I guess when you're dealing with high-quality cannabis like in Thailand or Canada, it becomes a lucrative business for the cartels. The fact that they could've made so much money if this hadn't been busted is chilling though. 😬
 
OMG 🤯 I'm like totally shocked that these 11 suspects thought they could just fly into the UK with £14m worth of weed 😂. Back in my day, we didn't have all this new-age smuggling tech, but still, it's wild that they managed to get so much dope through airport security 👮‍♂️. The NCA is on top of it tho 💪, and I'm glad they're cracking down on these organised crime gangs 🚫. Four years in prison for Jay Emmanuel-Thomas was a good lesson learned ⏰...let's hope these new suspects don't get off that easy 😬. I mean, £14m is insane money, but it's not worth risking life and liberty over 🤑. Anyway, fingers crossed the authorities keep racking up these busts 🔥!
 
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