WATCH: Black Hawk assists takedown of massive cocaine haul off coast of Puerto Rico
A Black Hawk helicopter assisted U.S. border agents in intercepting a drug smuggling operation off the coast of Puerto Rico. Three Dominican Republic nationals were arrested, and 178 kg of cocaine was seized during the operation. This incident highlights ongoing efforts to combat narcotrafficking in the region.
- ▪The U.S. Air and Marine Operations deployed a Black Hawk helicopter to intercept a suspected drug smuggling boat.
- ▪Three individuals were arrested, and 391 pounds of cocaine were seized during the operation.
- ▪This operation is part of a broader strategy to disrupt narcotrafficking networks targeting U.S. territories.
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Organized Crime WATCH: Black Hawk assists takedown of massive cocaine haul off coast of Puerto Rico Three Dominican Republic nationals arrested after agents spotted them dumping packages into the water By Leo Briceno Fox News Published May 29, 2026 5:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Black Hawk intercepts drug-laden ship off the coast of Puerto Rico U.S. border agents take Dominican nationals into custody along with 178 kg of cocaine. (Credit: Ozzy Trevino/U.S. Customs and Border Protection - May 14) NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! FIRST ON FOX: The U.S.
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