During a routine patrol mission, a U.S. Government aircraft detected a suspect go-fast vessel, and the Costa Rica Coast Guard, @seguridadcrc responded rapidly to intercept it. Result: ✅3 detained ✅1,369 kg cocaine seized Strong partnerships continue to disrupt illicit trafficking and improve regional security. 🌎🛡️ @jiatfs detection and monitoring efforts support @DeptofWar directed, @Southcom led operations to detect, disrupt, and dismantle narco-terrorist networks across the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific, degrading illicit operations and protecting the homeland. #MaritimeSecurity #CounterDrugOps #PartnershipsMatter #StrongerTogether

Partners on Target While targeting illicit trafficking flow in the Eastern Pacific, Costa Rican border police, @seguridadcrc detected a go-fast vessel heading toward the Sierpe Mangroves in Costa Rica and quickly moved to gain positive control of the suspect craft. The vessel was towed into port for a more detailed search, where authorities uncovered a significant quantity of contraband. The interdiction highlighted continued vigilance and strong partner-nation action in support of regional maritime security.🚤🎯🔥 Results: • 3,077 packages seized • 3,572 kg @jiatfs detection and monitoring efforts support @DeptofWar directed, @Southcom led operations to detect, disrupt, and dismantle narco-terrorist networks across the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific, degrading illicit activity and protecting the homeland. 🌎🛡️ #JIATFS #CostaRica #MaritimeInterdiction #CounterDrug #DetectionAndMonitoring #MaritimeSecurity #PartnersInAction #EasternPacific