Drug trafficking activity in Andalusia

Overview

Maritime drug trafficking in Andalusia has seen a significant upward trend, with data indicating a massive regional increase in sightings. While Almería previously led detection figures in 2023, activity has shifted toward the Cádiz coastline and the Algeciras area. In the first half of 2026, Cádiz accounted for 817 sightings, representing more than half of all detections along the Andalusian coast.

Following a collision in Huelva waters where a narco-boat rammed a Guardia Civil patrol vessel, Andalusian President Juanma Moreno called for increased state support and resources for security forces. Regional officials have criticized the central government, citing a lack of human, material, and legal resources to combat expanding criminal operations that are spreading across the region.

Entities

Guardia Civil · Junta de Andalucía · Juanma Moreno · Huelva · Manuel Gavira

Timeline

1 day ago

[CRIME] 2 sources
Cádiz sees surge in narco-boat sightings in Andalusia
Cádiz recorded 817 narco-boat sightings in the first half of 2026, accounting for over half of all detections in Andalusia as maritime drug trafficking trends continue to rise.
4 days ago

[CRIME] 2 sources
Andalusia leaders demand more resources after narco-boat collision
Andalusian President Juanma Moreno is demanding more state resources for security forces after a narco-boat rammed a Guardia Civil vessel in Huelva, injuring several agents.

Sources

diariodealmeria.es · huelvared.com · moncloa.com · noticiasdealmeria.com