Dominican authorities, working in concert with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, seized 806 packages of cocaine and apprehended three Dominican nationals in a recent interdiction operation. The bust underscores ongoing efforts to disrupt transnational drug trafficking routes through the Caribbean.
the Dominican National Drug Control Directorate (DNCD) announced the seizure following a thwarted attempt to land a vessel carrying the illicit cargo on Dominican shores. The operation, bolstered by support from the Dominican Navy, Air Force, Army, Attorney General’s Office, and State Intelligence agencies, alongside international collaboration, represents a important blow to both national and international drug networks. Authorities have initiated a joint inquiry with the Public Ministry to identify any additional individuals involved in the smuggling attempt.
The seized packages are currently under chain of custody at the National Institute of Forensic Sciences (INACIF) for precise identification and weighing. The DNCD has not yet released the exact weight or street value of the cocaine, but officials confirmed the investigation is ongoing and further details will be disclosed as they become available. This latest operation highlights the Dominican Republic’s commitment to combating drug trafficking and its continued partnership with international law enforcement agencies.
