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CBS News
19 hours ago
- Politics
- CBS News
Video shows "narco sub" loaded with 3.5 tons of cocaine being intercepted in Pacific Ocean off Mexico
Combating narco-subs and narco-terrorism in the U.S. and abroad The Mexican navy seized 3.5 tons of cocaine hidden in a semisubmersible vessel off the Pacific coast, authorities said Friday, while releasing video of the "narco sub" being intercepted. The vessel, manned by three people and carrying 180 packages of cocaine, was detected during a maritime patrol in waters off the southern state of Guerrero, the navy said in a statement. Authorities released images of the seized drugs next to a Mexican naval ship as well as video of the craft being intercepted at sea. The Mexican navy seized 3.5 tons of cocaine hidden in a semisubmersible vessel off the Pacific coast, authorities said Friday, while releasing video of the "narco sub" being intercpeted. Mexican navy It is the latest in a series of major drug hauls showcased by the Latin American nation, which is under pressure from President Donald Trump to curb narcotics smuggling. Mexican authorities have seized more than 44.8 tons of cocaine at sea since President Claudia Sheinbaum took office in October, the navy said. That month, the navy announced that it had seized more than 8.3 tons of an unspecified type of drugs found in a semisubmersible and a convoy of other vessels off the Pacific coast — a record for a single operation at sea. In early June, authorities said they had seized nearly 42 tons of methamphetamine worth more than $50 million during raids on illegal drug labs on land. Mr. Trump has cited trafficking of illegal drugs — particularly the synthetic opioid fentanyl — as one of the reasons for the tariffs he has imposed on imports from Mexico. The Mexican navy seized 3.5 tons of cocaine hidden in a semisubmersible vessel off the Pacific coast, authorities said Friday. Mexican Navy Semisubmersibles, which cannot go fully underwater, are popular among international drug traffickers as they can sometimes elude detection by law enforcement. The vessels — which are often spotted in Colombian waters while heading to the United States, Central America and Europe — have also been intercepted off Mexico in recent months. In November, the Mexican Navy said it seized 3.6 tons of cocaine aboard a semisubmersible off the Pacific coast which was spotted about 153 miles off the resort of Acapulco. Last August, Mexico seized more than seven tons of cocaine in two separate raids in the Pacific Ocean, and dramatic video captured the high-speed chases on the open sea.
Malay Mail
10-06-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Mexico seizes 42 tonnes of meth in major drug lab raids amid US pressure
MEXICO CITY, June 10 — Mexico announced Monday the seizure of nearly 42 metric tonnes of methamphetamine worth more than US$50 million (RM212 million) during raids on illegal drug labs. The discovery, one of the biggest yet, comes as the Latin American nation faces mounting pressure from US President Donald Trump to curb drug trafficking. The seizures were conducted after personnel found five properties used as clandestine laboratories in the western state of Michoacan, a government statement said. The seizure represented a loss of 1.06 billion pesos (US$55.7 million) to the traffickers, it estimated. Drums containing around 8,800 litres of chemical precursors were also seized along with other drug production materials, it said. Mexico has showcased a series of major drug discoveries in an apparent attempt to highlight increased efforts to combat drug smuggling. Trump has cited trafficking of illegal drugs — particularly the synthetic opioid fentanyl — as one of the reasons for the tariffs he has imposed on imports from Mexico. In October, the Mexican navy announced that it had seized more than 8.3 tonnes of drugs found in vessels off the Pacific coast — a record for a single operation at sea. According to the US Drug Enforcement Administration, Mexican criminal groups are the main suppliers of methamphetamine to the United States, using chemicals that are mostly sourced from China. In April last year, the head of Mexico's criminal investigation agency described the country as the 'champion' of production of synthetic drugs including methamphetamine. The illicit activity had been 'the source of the greatest wealth and power' for Mexican criminal organisations, Felipe de Jesus Gallo said. He later withdrew his remarks and apologized after the government objected. — AFP
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Ferries won't run in East River due to crashed Mexican ship repairs
BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PIX11) – The East River will be shut down to all marine traffic, including ferries, on Friday to make repairs to the Mexican Navy ship that crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge three weeks ago. The Cuauhtémoc is headed to the Brooklyn Navy Yard as part of a multi-agency effort to move the vessel. The 300-foot-long ship, with 277 sailors on board, careened into the bridge after taking off from a dock on May 17. More Local News Two sailors, ages 20 and 23, were killed and 19 others were injured, according to authorities. Three of the ship's masts snapped. The National Transportation Safety Board said the ship initially sped up in the five minutes it took for it to strike the bridge after pushing off from shore with the help of a tugboat. More: Latest News from Around the Tri-State The agency is expected to reveal more findings within the week after inspecting the vessel's engine, recovering any data recorders and speaking with crew members. The ship left Acapulco, Mexico on April 6 for a goodwill tour that was meant to continue to Iceland. Erin Pflaumer is a digital content producer from Long Island who has covered both local and national news since 2018. She joined PIX11 in 2023. See more of her work here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Sinar Daily
04-06-2025
- General
- Sinar Daily
Brooklyn Bridge ship crash: What we know about the fatal collision of the Cuauhtémoc
SHAH ALAM – A tragic maritime accident on the East River has drawn international attention and sorrow after the Mexican Navy's tall ship, Cuauhtémoc , collided with the Brooklyn Bridge on May 18. The crash resulted in the deaths of a cadet and a sailor, injured over 20 others and triggered a thorough investigation by the US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), working closely with Mexican authorities. Here's what we know so far. The fatal collision: what happened? What began as a routine departure quickly turned into disaster. A tragic East River accident on May 18 sparked global grief and scrutiny after Mexico's Navy ship Cuauhtémoc collided with the Brooklyn Bridge. Photo: X The Cuauhtémoc , a majestic three-masted ship docked for five days at Manhattan's South Street Seaport during its global goodwill tour, started to pull away from Pier 17 at 8.20pm on May 18. According to Brian Young, the NTSB investigator leading the inquiry, conditions included 10-knot winds (about 11–12 mph) and a weak current of 0.3 knots flowing toward the Brooklyn Bridge. After moving slowly at about 2 knots, the ship suddenly accelerated to 6 knots—but in the wrong direction. At 8.24pm, someone onboard sent a distress call over VHF radio, requesting immediate tugboat help. Less than a minute later, the ship's tall masts struck the underside of the Brooklyn Bridge. Witnesses on the Brooklyn shore watched in horror. 'We could see some people being dragged. I believe it was some of the crew. They were on top of the boat, swinging back and forth as soon as the ship hit the bridge,' eyewitness Flavio Moreira told CNN. Emergency teams arrived quickly—within two minutes. By 8.27pm, the ship had stopped, and by 8.30pm, New York Police Department (NYPD) and New York City Fire Department (FDNY) teams were on site. Over 100 first responders took part in rescue efforts. The victims: two lives lost Two people fell from a mast during the collision and died, according to law enforcement. One was 21-year-old cadet América Yamilet Sánchez from Xalapa, Veracruz, whose death was confirmed by the Veracruz governor. The other was sailor Adal Jair Maldonado Marcos from San Mateo del Mar, Oaxaca. The city council expressed their 'heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones' on Facebook. Investigation underway: what the NTSB is looking at A tragic East River accident on May 18 sparked global grief and scrutiny after Mexico's Navy ship Cuauhtémoc collided with the Brooklyn Bridge. Photo: X NTSB board member Michael Graham said the investigation is just beginning. 'We will not draw conclusions or speculate at this stage. Probable cause will not be determined while we are still on site,' he said. Investigators are focusing on three main areas: The ship and its mechanical systems Environmental factors like wind, current and tide The crew's actions and experience Early reports show the ship still had power—string lights were on and the propeller was in reverse at the time of the crash. However, a senior official said that the ship experienced a mechanical issue and lost power. "Without control of the rudder, they couldn't steer," the senior official said. The captain told authorities he lost control due to rudder failure. The NTSB is working with Mexican officials to inspect the ship fully and interview the captain, crew members, tugboat captain, docking pilot and the person who sent the distress call. A preliminary report is expected within 30 days, but the full investigation may take 12 to 24 months. Bridge safety and past incidents The Brooklyn Bridge suffered no structural damage and was only closed temporarily. This incident recalls the 2024 collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, caused by the container ship Dali, which lost power and struck a support pier, killing six workers. After that tragedy, the Brooklyn Bridge was identified by the NTSB as vulnerable to ship impact. New York City authorities conducted a risk assessment and concluded the chance of catastrophic failure was essentially zero. What's next? Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed condolences to the victims' families and support for the Navy. 'We stand with the Mexican Navy during this difficult time. The ship will likely be repaired in New York and resume service,' she said. According to the Mexican Navy, 22 people were injured. Eighteen have returned to Veracruz, while two remain in New York for specialised medical care. As the ship remains anchored and the investigation continues, all eyes are on the NTSB's final report to provide answers to a shocked public and grieving families.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Search for missing girl, 15, feared drowned in East River enters second day
A desperate search for a missing 15-year-old girl feared drowned in New York City's East River under the Roosevelt Island Bridge entered its second day Saturday. After a night of heavy rains, NYPD scuba divers were expected to go back into the waters between Queens and Roosevelt Island on Saturday and attempt to recover the girl's body, officials said. The girl was sitting on the rocks, wearing a bathing suit with a flower pattern on it, when she fell into the river, police said Saturday. The teen is believed to be from the Upper East Side, WABC Eyewitness News reported. The teen entered the East River at about 12:15 p.m. on Friday, cops said. When she didn't resurface, a friend she was with called 911. Responding officers found a bookbag near the water that they believe belongs to the teen, who has not been publicly identified. Cops have not recovered any bodies in the East River in the last 24 hours, a police spokesman said. The currents in the East River are quite strong, and may have been one of the causes why the Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtémoc crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge earlier this month. 'Our currents and tides are very strong,' Adams said when the Cuauhtémoc crashed. 'People don't realize that people fall in the river by the Statue of Liberty and find themselves in the Bronx somewhere.'
