In a joint action against organized crime, Peruvian and Colombian law enforcement forces carried out a binational operation in the native community of San Jose de Loretoyacu, in the district and province of Mariscal Ramon Castilla, Loreto region.
It resulted in the seizure and destruction of illegal inputs linked to illicit drug trafficking worth over S/1.57 million (US$422,000) in the tri-border area.
The mission involved members of the Unified Task Force "Mariscal Ramon Castilla," through the 35th Jungle Brigade, along with the National Police's Anti-Drug Directorate, as well as personnel from Customs and the Specialized Prosecutor's Office.
Personnel from the Colombian Armed Forces took part as well.
During the operation, law enforcement forces destroyed and incinerated various materials, including 2,691 kg of cocaine sulfate; 3,137 kg of sulfuric acid, gasoline, and caustic soda; 2,030 kg of ammonium sulfate, urea, and cement; as well as 1,000 kg of a fuel mixture containing chemical substances.
A Zoraki M906 9-mm pistol (serial number 000734) and two 16-gauge shotguns were also seized during the mission.
This operation caused an estimated loss of S/1.57 million (US$422,000) to criminal organizations.
This binational operation represents a significant blow to the illicit economies operating in the tri-border area.
It also reaffirms the firm commitment of Peru and Colombia to jointly and in a coordinated manner combat drug trafficking and transnational organized crime, while protecting border communities and national territory.
The Ministry of Defense—in coordination with the National Police, the Public Ministry (Prosecutor's Office), and the neighboring country's law enforcement agencies—reaffirms its commitment to continue strengthening control, surveillance, and international cooperation efforts.
These actions aim to neutralize threats linked to illicit drug trafficking and contribute to security.
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