Three men on trial in Elche for selling drugs through a fruit shop in Torrevieja

Three men on trial in Elche for selling drugs through a fruit shop in Torrevieja

The Provincial Court of Alicante, in its Elche section, has begun the trial of three men accused of selling drugs using a fruit shop in Torrevieja as a front.

According to the Public Prosecutor’s Office, two of the defendants — brothers — allegedly organized a drug distribution scheme, using the commercial premises as a cover for sales. The preparation and storage of the substances reportedly took place at one of the brothers’ residences.

The third defendant is accused of acting as a lookout and coordinator, monitoring the surroundings and maintaining contact with buyers.

The prosecution classifies the case as a crime against public health and membership in a criminal group. It is seeking eight years of imprisonment for each of the brothers and five years for the third defendant.

The trial remains ongoing.

2025 Drug Enforcement Overview in Alicante Province

Throughout 2025, the Guardia Civil and National Police carried out numerous anti-drug operations across Alicante province. Authorities reported cases ranging from small-scale distribution to large international seizures involving hashish, marijuana and cocaine.

Official statements confirm multiple arrests and the confiscation of significant quantities of narcotics during the year.