Coast Guard Cutter James (WMSL-754) law enforcement boatcrews and a Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew interdicting drug smuggling vessels in the Eastern Pacific during the James’ 62-day counter-drug patrol. During their patrol, the James’ crew, along with members from Tactical Law Enforcement Team-South, Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron, and multiple partner agencies, contributed to the interdiction of seven drug-smuggling vessels and were responsible for the seizure of more than 9,000 pounds of cocaine and 4,085 pounds of marijuana bound for the United States. (Coast Guard video)
Coast Guard Cutter James returns from counter-drug patrol
Coast Guard Cutter James (WMSL-754) law enforcement boatcrews and a Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew interdicting drug smuggling vessels in the Eastern Pacific during the James’ 62-day counter-drug patrol. During their patrol, the James’ crew, along with members from Tactical Law Enforcement Team-South, Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron, and multiple partner agencies, contributed to the interdiction of seven drug-smuggling vessels and were responsible for the seizure of more than 9,000 pounds of cocaine and 4,085 pounds of marijuana bound for the United States. (Coast Guard video)