Mexican Navy Executes Historic 8.3-Tonne Drug Seizure
In a record-breaking maritime operation, 23 individuals were detained as authorities intercepted drugs worth over $100 million off Mexico's southwestern coast.
- The operation took place off the Pacific coast near Lazaro Cardenas, Michoacan, and Guerrero state.
- Authorities seized six boats, including a submersible, highlighting the complexity of the operation.
- The Mexican navy also confiscated 8,700 liters of fuel along with the illicit cargo.
- This bust is the largest maritime drug seizure in the history of Mexico's navy.
- The detainees and seized materials have been handed over to relevant authorities for further investigation.