Divers find over 450 pounds of cocaine hidden underneath ship bound for Europe, Colombia's navy says

Thursday, November 20, 2025-Colombian authorities have seized more than 450 pounds of cocaine hidden beneath a ship preparing to set sail for Europe, officials confirmed. The discovery was made by navy divers during a routine inspection in one of Colombia’s major ports.

Officials described the operation as part of an ongoing effort to disrupt international drug trafficking networks. The cocaine, carefully concealed in hidden compartments under the vessel, highlights traffickers’ sophisticated methods to evade detection.

Authorities are investigating the shipment’s origin and identifying the individuals involved. Colombia continues to strengthen maritime security measures to prevent its ports from being used as launch points for drugs destined for Europe and other markets.