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- The U.S. Coast Guard intercepted a suspected drug-smuggling boat off Miami on February 21, 2026.
- Coast Guard Cutter Richard Etheridge seized 174 pounds of cocaine and 17 pounds of marijuana, valued at about $1.3 million.
- Two suspects were arrested and transferred to Homeland Security for further investigation.
- Lt. Zane Carter commended his crew for professionalism and noted collaboration with Customs and Border Protection and other agencies in ongoing anti-trafficking efforts.
