The Mediterranean Sea, often associated with sun-drenched beaches and tranquil waters, has a darker side. In the upcoming episode of National Geographic’s To Catch a Smuggler: Mediterranean, titled “No Time to Rest,” the Spanish coastguard faces a new challenge: stopping illicit tobacco traffickers who use the cover of night to move their contraband. This isn’t just a cat-and-mouse game; it’s a high-stakes battle against organized crime, and the playing field is as vast and unpredictable as the sea itself.
The Spanish coastguard, tasked with protecting over 8,000 kilometers of coastline, must constantly adapt to the evolving tactics of smugglers. As darkness descends, the odds shift, and the traffickers become even more elusive. “No Time to Rest” offers a glimpse into the pressures and split-second decisions these officers face as they work to intercept these illegal operations.
To Catch a Smuggler: Mediterranean airs Saturdays at 10 PM on National Geographic.
