Coast Guard Cutter James conducts counter-drug patrol in Eastern Pacific Ocean [Image 7 of 8]

PUNTARENAS, COSTA RICA

11.15.2025

Courtesy Photo

U.S. Coast Guard Southeast District     

Coast Guard Cutter James' (WMSL 754) crew interdicts a suspected drug smuggling vessel approximately 200 miles south of Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Nov. 15, 2025. The interdiction was one of nine conducted by James’ crew in international waters of the Eastern Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by cutter James' crew)

• Date Taken: 11.15.2025
• Date Posted: 12.09.2025 14:32
• Photo ID: 9431532
• VIRIN: 251115-G-G0107-1002
• Resolution: 4000x3000
• Size: 2.82 MB
• Location: PUNTARENAS, CR