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Peruvian police dress as mascots to catch drug dealer

Published Friday, June 12, 2026 · Updated June 12

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Coverage is limited to a single source, Al Jazeera English, indicating a lack of diverse perspectives.

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Peruvian police used an unusual tactic, dressing as 2026 World Cup mascots, to apprehend a suspected drug trafficker. The suspect was reportedly a fervent football fan, which likely aided the disguise.

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  • Police officers in Peru dressed up as 2026 World Cup mascots as they targeted a suspected drug trafficker.
  • The suspected drug trafficker was known to be a fervent football fan.

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  • Al Jazeera English

    Peruvian police disguised themselves as World Cup mascots to apprehend a suspected drug trafficker. The suspect was known to be a fervent football fan.

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