JDF seizes more than 2,500 kilograms of cocaine off Treasure Beach in St. Elizabeth

The Maritime Air and Cyber Command of the Jamaica Defence Force seized more than 2,500 kilograms of cocaine, during the interception of a vessel off Treasure Beach in St. Elizabeth yesterday.

Three persons were detained in connection with the seizure.

Their names have not been released.

The JDF in a press release said the cocaine which weighed 2,544.404 kilograms has an estimated street value of more than $1.39 billion.

It’s reported that the First District Jamaica Defence Force Coast Guard was conducting patrols along Jamaica’s coastline, when a go-fast vessel was spotted near the Treasure Beach area, destined for mainland Jamaica.

The vessel was intercepted, and a successful board and search was conducted.

A detailed search uncovered 99 packages of cocaine, 18 fuel drums, one go-fast vessel with three outboard engines, and other paraphernalia.

The seizure and the detainees were handed over to the Jamaica Constabulary Force’s Firearms and Narcotics Investigation Division (FNID).

According to the JDF this operation underscores its unwavering commitment to protecting Jamaica’s national borders against transnational organized crime.

The JDF said it will continue to work alongside national and international partners to secure Jamaica’s maritime space, strengthen borders, and counter illicit activities that threaten regional stability and the blue economy.