Royal Navy Seizes £40m of Cocaine in Caribbean Operation

HMS Trent intercepts speedboat, confiscates 506kg of drugs, and hands over suspects to US authorities in coordinated effort.

This marks HMS Trent's sixth drug seizure in 2024, totaling nearly 7 tonnes of narcotics confiscated.
The operation involved Royal Marines, the US Coast Guard, and a US Maritime Patrol Aircraft.
Three suspected smugglers were arrested and transferred to US authorities for prosecution.
The Royal Navy's presence aims to ensure maritime security and support British Overseas Territories during hurricane season.
Officials emphasize the ongoing commitment to disrupt and dismantle global drug trafficking networks.