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Coast Guard Seizes 27,000 Pounds of Cocaine, 12 Arrested

12/16/2025

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The U.S. Coast Guard seized over 5,000 pounds of cocaine in the Pacific as part of Operation Pacific Viper, leading to offloading over 27,000 pounds in San Diego.
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Munro completed the largest single-boat seizure in nearly 20 years, capturing over 20,000 pounds.
Twelve individuals were arrested and face federal charges.
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked controversy about the legality of lethal strikes against drug vessels.

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The U.S. Coast Guard seized over 5,000 pounds of cocaine in the Pacific as part of Operation Pacific Viper, leading to offloading over 27,000 pounds in San Diego.
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Munro completed the largest single-boat seizure in nearly 20 years, capturing over 20,000 pounds.
Twelve individuals were arrested and face federal charges.
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked controversy about the legality of lethal strikes against drug vessels.