Overview

• The Monroe County Sheriff's Office announced the discovery made by divers from Rainbow Reef Dive Center.
• The divers initially thought the packages were trash before realizing they contained suspected narcotics.
• This find follows recent similar discoveries, including a beachgoer finding $1 million worth of cocaine in the Florida Keys.
• Florida's waters have seen frequent cocaine discoveries due to its proximity to South America and drug trafficking routes.
• The packages were wrapped in clear plastic and marked with a blue 'Nike SB' logo.