Colombia's navy destroyed dozens of drug trafficking laboratories and seized more than two tons of cocaine in the southern Pacific region. The operations also led to the capture of thousands of gallons of smuggled fuel and several suspects. Officials stated the actions prevented drugs from reaching international markets.
In operations along Colombia's southern Pacific coast, the navy dismantled dozens of drug labs and confiscated over 4,000 pounds of cocaine packaged in two-pound units. The navy reported seizing more than 3,700 gallons of smuggled fuel, which it said thwarted the growth of illicit economies in the region. Three crew members were arrested during the cocaine seizure, including two from Ecuador and one of unspecified nationality. Four people were detained in connection with the fuel interception. The navy shared images of the labs, drugs, and fuel on social media platform X, emphasizing its commitment to maritime control for national security and stability. A separate post noted the seizure of over 90 pounds of marijuana in the northern city of Cartagena. Colombia, the world's top cocaine producer, has seen tense relations with the United States over rising production levels, including U.S. sanctions on President Gustavo Petro. Recent operations include a February pursuit yielding 240 pounds from a speedboat, a January bust of over two tons in the South Pacific, and November's record 14-ton confiscation at a key Pacific port.