Coast Guard interdicts suspected drug smuggling vessel, seizes $1.3M in narcotics [Image 1 of 2]

MIAMI, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES

02.21.2026

Courtesy Photo

U.S. Coast Guard Southeast     

A suspected drug smuggling vessel tied to the pier following an interdiction by the crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Richard Etheridge 8 miles off Miami, Florida, Feb. 21, 2026. The Etheridge’s crew seized approximately 17 pounds of marijuana and 174 pounds of cocaine found aboard the vessel. (U.S. Coast Guard photo)

• Date Taken: 02.21.2026
• Date Posted: 02.27.2026 12:13
• Photo ID: 9540359
• VIRIN: 260221-G-G0107-1001
• Resolution: 3024x4032
• Size: 1.79 MB
• Location: MIAMI, FLORIDA, US