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Coast Guard Seizes 20 Tonnes of Cocaine, Arrests 15

4/12/2025

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In a remarkable operation, the U.S. Coast Guard cutter USCGC James intercepted over 20 tonnes of cocaine off the coasts of Ecuador and Peru, detaining 15 suspects in nine separate encounters. Capt. Thomas Rodzewicz commended his crew's dedication to safeguarding U.S. borders and fighting narco-terrorism, especially during the holiday season.

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In a remarkable operation, the U.S. Coast Guard cutter USCGC James intercepted over 20 tonnes of cocaine off the coasts of Ecuador and Peru, detaining 15 suspects in nine separate encounters. Capt. Thomas Rodzewicz commended his crew's dedication to safeguarding U.S. borders and fighting narco-terrorism, especially during the holiday season.