Feb 18 β€’ 16:49 UTC πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Mexico El Financiero (ES)

Intercepted clandestine aircraft with 534 packages of cocaine in Oaxaca: 'It made an unauthorized flight'

Mexican authorities intercepted a clandestine aircraft carrying over 500 packages of cocaine in Oaxaca, resulting from vigilant airspace surveillance.

In a significant operation, the Mexican Air Force, in collaboration with the National Guard, intercepted a clandestine aircraft suspected of transporting illegal drugs over Oaxaca. The aircraft was caught carrying 534 packages of cocaine, weighing more than half a ton, as confirmed by Omar GarcΓ­a Harfuch, the Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection.

The intercepted cocaine represents a substantial quantity of illegal drugs that could have made their way to the streets of Mexico, raising concerns about drug trafficking operations in the region. This interception reflects ongoing efforts by the Mexican authorities to monitor and secure the nation's airspace against unauthorized flights, particularly those linked to drug smuggling activities.

The successful interception highlights the collaboration between military and law enforcement agencies in combating organized crime in Mexico. The event underscores the persistence of drug trafficking networks operating within the country, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance and enforcement to protect public safety and curb the drug trade.

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