International Waters – A daring high-speed chase on the open sea ended with U.S. Coast Guard forces seizing contraband and arresting suspected drug traffickers.

The dramatic operation unfolded in international waters when a suspected narco-trafficking vessel attempted to flee.

Crewmembers from the USCGC Kimball (WMSL 756) launched a small-boat team to give chase.

The pursuit ended in success.

Traffickers were taken into custody.

Illegal cargo was seized.

Officials praised the precision and coordination of the operation.

“Protecting our borders. Saving lives. That’s the USCG way,” the Coast Guard declared.

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