U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Kimball interdicts drug smuggling vessel in Eastern Pacific Ocean [Image 3 of 9]

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03.23.2025

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Austin Wiley 

U.S. Coast Guard District 11

A suspected drug smuggler is searched by a Tactical Law Enforcement Team South (TACLET) maritime enforcement specialist aboard the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Kimball (WMSL 756) after crews interdicted a suspected drug smuggling vessel while patrolling the Eastern Pacific Ocean, March 23, 2025. TACLET teams deploy around the world to combat narcotics smuggling, aiding the effort to stop illegal drugs from entering the United States. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Austin Wiley)

• Date Taken: 03.23.2025
• Date Posted: 04.07.2025 18:39
• Photo ID: 8958593
• VIRIN: 250323-G-BB085-2014
• Resolution: 8256x5504
• Size: 18.72 MB
• Location: (UNDISCLOSED LOCATION)