Ecuador’s National Police Intercept Drug Shipment
The Ecuadorian National Police successfully intercepted a drug shipment of approximately 1.5 tonnes during Operation Dawn in Santa Elena province.
Operation Details
During the operation, authorities seized a fiberglass boat carrying 32 bales of hemp containing controlled substances, reportedly destined for Mexico and other Central American countries.
- Two individuals were arrested for drug trafficking.
- Seized items included:
- 1,500 blocks of controlled substances
- A satellite phone
- 26 fuel containers
- Two radio beacons, commonly used for navigation and communication at sea
Ecuador’s Ongoing Efforts Against Narcotráfico
This operation is part of the Ecuadorian police’s coordinated efforts to combat drug trafficking and prevent the country from being used as a transit route for narcotics heading north.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who was involved in the operation? The Ecuadorian National Police executed the operation.
- What was intercepted? A fiberglass boat carrying 32 bales of hemp containing controlled substances.
- How many individuals were arrested? Two people were detained for drug trafficking.
- What other items were seized during the operation? A satellite phone, 26 fuel containers, and two radio beacons were also confiscated.
- Why is this operation significant? It demonstrates Ecuador’s commitment to combating drug trafficking and preventing the country from being used as a transit route for narcotics heading north.
