Mexico seizes narco-submarine carrying nearly four tons of cocaine
Feb 23rd 2026
The Mexican Navy intercepted a semi-submersible near Manzanillo with 179 drug packages, arresting three people and using US intelligence support as part of a widening maritime anti-trafficking operation.
- Mexican Navy seized a semi-submersible near Manzanillo carrying nearly four tons of cocaine in 179 packages.
- Three people were arrested in connection with the shipment.
- The operation used an ocean patrol vessel, fixed and rotary wing aircraft, two interceptor boats, and intelligence from US Northern Command and the Joint Interagency Task Force.
- Officials say this seizure adds to about 10 tons of cocaine confiscated during the past week and is part of broader enforcement actions.
- Mexico says it has been tracking routes from Ecuador and Colombia through the Galapagos and Clipperton Islands, while the United States has pressured Mexico and carried out military strikes on suspected drug vessels, resulting in dozens of attacks and an estimated 145 deaths.