Underworld: Behind the Scenes of the NCA

The Crime Lord

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Underworld’s first episode delves into the life and crimes of Robert Dawes, a dangerous international criminal kingpin, who used violence and corrupt officials to traffick huge shipments of drugs from South America to Europe and the UK. Illegal drugs blight communities across the UK, with 160 tonnes of cocaine and heroin consumed there each year. Hear the fascinating story of how Dawes was finally arrested and jailed after an NCA investigation involving law enforcement partners across the globe worked ot dismantle and demolish drug trafficking groups.

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