Mexican Navy Increases Cocaine Seizures in 2026 - teleSUR English
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The Mexican Navy increased cocaine seizures by 47.2 percent in 2026, while the federal government strengthens its security strategy through the capture of drug trafficking operatives and a significant reduction in homicides.

On Tuesday, the Secretariat of the Navy (Semar) reported the seizure of 37.8 tons of cocaine so far in 2026, achieved through ongoing surveillance, patrol, and maritime interdiction operations. This figure represents a 47.2 percent increase compared to the total amount seized throughout 2025, reflecting efforts to uphold the rule of law along the nation’s coasts.

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According to the official report, between January 1 and September 10, 2026, naval units seized exactly 37,855.48 kilograms of the substance. This marks an increase of 12,142.48 kilograms over the 25,713 kilograms seized the previous year. The Navy stated that these actions prevented “63,568 tons from reaching the streets or our youth.”

“These results are the product of operations carried out by the Mexican Navy using surface, air, and Marine Infantry units,” the naval institution detailed.

During this period, 26 vessels, one low-profile vessel (LPV), and 54 outboard motors were also seized, and 86 lawbreakers were detained. Semar emphasized that seizing these substances helps reduce their availability and hampers the logistical capabilities of criminal organizations, thereby preserving the safety of families.

En lo que va de 2026, la Armada de México ha asegurado 37.8 toneladas de presunta cocaína en el mar, lo que significa un 47.2% más que en 2025, además de 26 embarcaciones y 54 motores fuera de borda. Estas acciones contribuyen a evitar que estas sustancias lleguen a nuestras… pic.twitter.com/pqgbNrO4RR

— SEMAR México (@SEMAR_mx) September 15, 2026

The text reads, “So far in 2026, the Mexican Navy has seized 37.8 tons of alleged cocaine at sea, which represents a 47.2% increase compared to 2025, in addition to 26 vessels and 54 outboard motors. These actions help prevent these substances from reaching our communities and protect future generations.”

On land, Mexican authorities reported the capture of Ángel “N”—alias “Canguro”—an operative for a criminal group linked to drug trafficking into the United States. The individual was located in the municipality of Zapopan, Jalisco, following a joint operation.

The Security Cabinet detailed that, thanks to information sharing between Mexico and its neighbor, “Canguro” was identified as the coordinator for the distribution and sale of synthetic drugs in the cities of Seattle and Tacoma. Personnel from the Navy Secretariat (Semar), the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection, and the Attorney General’s Office (FGR) participated in the operation, successfully seizing a firearm, ammunition, and various quantities of drugs.

These operations reflect the security strategy implemented by the government of President Claudia Sheinbaum. To date, the administration has secured the arrest of 67,000 individuals for high-impact crimes. Furthermore, 34,000 weapons and over 500 tons of drugs have been seized.

Finally, sources from the National Public Security System linked these institutional results to a 53 percent reduction in the national daily average of intentional homicides, reinforcing the Mexican State’s commitment to building safer environments.

#Mexico | President Claudia Sheinbaum stated that the United States must do its part in the fight against drug trafficking, following recent revelations of corruption at the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).https://t.co/McEBkV4qe4

— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) September 10, 2026

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