In a move that’s making even seasoned drama directors jealous, Europol has announced the arrest of 34 individuals allegedly connected to the notorious Black Axe criminal organization. This sweeping operation, which spanned multiple Spanish cities, is already being dubbed by critics as ‘Breaking Bad for bureaucrats’ with a splash of ‘Ocean’s Eleven’—sans the glitz and George Clooney.

The Spanish National Police, in collaboration with the Bavarian State Criminal Police and Europol, managed to net these criminal ‘masterminds’ in the exotic locales of Seville, Madrid, Málaga, and Barcelona. Local residents were reportedly disappointed that the arrests included no high-speed chases or slow-motion explosions. Apparently, the budget didn’t allow for those extras.

With €5.9 million in fraud and organized crime allegations hanging over their heads, these 34 individuals will now be starring in their own long-running court drama. The plot promises intense legal action, indignant denials, and maybe the occasional prison break subplot. Grab your popcorn, folks—Spain’s hottest new series is unfolding in a courthouse near you!