US Military Strike on Suspected Drug Boat in Eastern Pacific Results in Casualties

On Thursday, the U.S. military conducted a strike against a suspected drug trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific, resulting in two fatalities and one survivor. The U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) confirmed that no American service members were harmed during the operation. Following the attack, the Coast Guard initiated a search and rescue mission, recovering the survivor and the deceased, who were subsequently transported to Costa Rica. This incident is part of a broader effort where nearly 160 individuals have died in U.S. operations targeting over 45 vessels linked to drug trafficking aimed at curbing narcotics entering the United States.

Key Details: • Date of the attack: March 19 • Location: Eastern Pacific Ocean • Survivor and deceased were taken to Costa Rica • Part of ongoing U.S. efforts against drug trafficking