this General Administration of Narcotics Information Analysis (Singapore GAIA)of National Civil Police (national committee)Reports on actions taken in the first nine months of 2023 to combat drug trafficking and transnational organized crime.
The mission included the seizure of various illicit substances, the eradication of illicit crops and the confiscation of goods and cash in the amount of Q1 920 694 688.56. Of these, the most notable were the seizure of 3,604.32 kilograms of cocaine, 547.54 kilograms of marijuana, 23.37 kilograms of methamphetamine and 6.09 kilograms of crack.
In addition, the use of 105.78 tons of chemicals and precursors used in the manufacture of synthetic narcotics was prevented.Likewise, with army 8,032,013 coca bushes, 1,671,702 cannabis plants and 667,398 poppy plants were destroyed, thus helping to dismantle illicit drug production networks in the country.
“The Government of Guatemala, through coordination between the Interior and Defense ministries, reaffirms its commitment to combating organized crime.” Interior Minister David Napoleon Barrientos
In the fight against this scourge, anti-narcotics forces seized 206 cars, 3 aircraft, 1 boat and 140 firearms related to the crime. In addition, a large amount of cash was seized, amounting to Q8 434 354.90, 82 444 US dollars, 24 835 Mexican pesos and 200 euros.
During this period, a total of 894 people were arrested for drug trafficking crimes, 15 of whom were being prepared for extradition to the United States. In addition, four drug laboratories were destroyed and 12 clandestine airstrips were destroyed.
PNC said these achievements reflect the commitment and effectiveness of the agency and its allies in combating illegal transnational organizations. Their dedication has greatly contributed to the country’s security and stability and strengthened foreign cooperation in anti-drug trafficking.
