Finding Mr Fox: 5. An unexpected meeting
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Why did Robert Delbos agree to sail the Rich Harvest yacht to Brazil?
He was offered a good salary and a comfortable living situation, including an apartment in the boatyard, internet, and a weekly wage.
What was the outcome of the drug bust operation in Pembrokeshire, Wales?
The operation seized 1.5 tons of Moroccan cannabis, making it one of the biggest drug busts on British shores. However, the captain of the trawler escaped.
Why did Robert Delbos claim he never went to the authorities about the drug smuggling on the Rich Harvest?
He stated he doesn't like drugs, the people involved, and considers them stupid. He also mentioned that the police came for him instead.
How did Robert Delbos describe his experience in a Brazilian jail?
He described it as not a fun place, with isolation periods where he had no books, no writing, and only a Bible. He was later moved to a gang wing where he was protected by the gang leader.
What was the Brazilian police's theory about the Rich Harvest's drug smuggling operation?
They believed Fox masterminded the entire operation, despite the unusual tactics of using an unwitting crew.
How did Ayum, the journalist, manage to narrow down Fox's location?
Ayum used open-source intelligence, analyzing social media posts and business registries, to trace Fox's activities and addresses, eventually focusing on Norwich, UK.
What was the judge's conclusion regarding Robert Delbos's involvement in the Rich Harvest drug smuggling case?
The judge concluded that while Robert worked on the renovation, there was no proof he knew about the drug smuggling plan, leading to his acquittal.
Why did Fox's Instagram account become a valuable source of information for Ayum?
Fox's Instagram became public, revealing his locations, hobbies, and distinctive personal items like his motorbike and dog, helping Ayum pinpoint his current residence.
- Robert Delbos was involved in a major drug bust in Wales in 1986.
- He worked with Fox on the Rich Harvest yacht in Brazil.
- Delbos was extradited to Brazil and faced drug trafficking charges.
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