A joint operation by federal authorities resulted in the interception of a semi-submersible vessel carrying approximately four tons of suspected cocaine off the coast of Colima, Mexico, and the arrest of three individuals.
A recent operation conducted by Mexican federal authorities managed to intercept a semi-submersible vessel that was transporting approximately four tons of suspected cocaine near the coast of Colima. This significant seizure is part of ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking under the current administration of President Claudia Sheinbaum, marking it as the third low-profile vessel intercepted since her administration took office. Authorities carried out this operation with a combination of maritime and aerial support, demonstrating a coordinated approach to tackling drug smuggling activities in Mexico.
The operation was led by the Secretariat of the Navy (Semar), utilizing the Mexican Navy in its coastal guard functions, alongside multiple federal agencies including the Secretariat of National Defense (Defensa), the General Prosecutor's Office (FGR), the National Guard (GN), and the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC). During the seizure, authorities found 179 packages of various sizes that preliminarily indicated multiple tons of potential cocaine. However, the exact weight and nature of the drugs will be verified by relevant authorities upon arriving at port.
This high-profile interdiction underlines the Mexican government's continued fight against organized crime and drug trafficking networks, amid rising violence and challenges associated with drug trade routes in the region. By intercepting such significant shipments, authorities aim to disrupt the operations of drug trafficking organizations that pose threats both locally and internationally, further complicating the landscape of drug-related crime in Mexico.
