$150m drug cash haul in cartels blitz

MEXICAN police seized at least $150 million in cash — believed to be the proceeds of drug smuggling — found inside a mansion in a luxurious residential area in the capital, local media reported yesterday.

Authorities arrested seven people, including a Chinese couple, who were in the house where drugs, weapons and vehicles were found, El Universal newspaper said.

Wads of cash were stacked in drawers, suitcases and closets around the house.