The Colombian Navy has announced the interception in the Caribbean Sea of an innovative remotely piloted submarine capable of carrying more than 1.5 metric tons of cocaine. This finding marks the first discovery of a vessel of this kind in Colombian waters and highlights the advancement of drug trafficking networks toward more sophisticated technological systems, thereby complicating international maritime security. The interception occurred near Tayrona Park, and the vessel, small in size and with an advanced design, was not loaded at the moment of its detection. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, including a Starlink modem and surveillance cameras, this submarine is an example of how the cartels have employed engineering experts to develop unmanned vehicles capable of crossing oceans and autonomously transporting narcotics.
The seizure of this narco-submarine is part of the global evolution of traffickers' tactics, who have developed at least 10 similar vessels this year. These vehicles, equipped with advanced technology to hinder their radar detection, show growth in the logistical capabilities of drug trafficking. The operation is part of the Orion Multinational Strategy, which involves 127 institutions in 62 countries, and which in the first half of the year has resulted in the seizure of more than 2,326 tons of drugs. This effort has enabled the seizure of significant quantities of cocaine, marijuana, hashish, methamphetamines, and heroin, highlighting the magnitude of the problem and the international effort to combat it.
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