Coast Guard Cutter Stone intercepts a drug trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific Ocean [Image 2 of 2]

CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

01.28.2025

Courtesy Photo

U.S. Coast Guard District 11

A Long-Range Interceptor from U.S. Coast Guard Cutter STONE (WMSL 758) returns to the cutter after sinking a drug trafficking vessel posing a hazard to navigation, interdicted in the Eastern Pacific Ocean on January 28, 2025. STONE seized 1,726 kgs of cocaine and apprehended five suspected drug smugglers with assistance from the Coast Guard’s Tactical Helicopter Interdiction Squadron and Pacific Area Tactical Law Enforcement Team. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by CWO Brian Oakland)

• Date Taken: 01.28.2025
• Date Posted: 02.04.2025 17:43
• Photo ID: 8856064
• VIRIN: 250128-G-G0211-1002
• Resolution: 1485x1111
• Size: 284.37 KB
• Location: CALIFORNIA, US