The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has confirmed that as a result of a US Coast Guard-led operation before dawn yesterday September 22nd, 2022, three persons are now in the custody of U.S authorities suspected of trafficking cocaine.
The USCG supported by RVIPF Marine Branch, Customs and U.S. Customs and Border Protection pursued and stopped a vessel approximately 23 miles east of Virgin Gorda.
A number of bails of suspected cocaine were seized.
At least two of the three men in custody reside in the BVI.
Investigations are ongoing. More details to come as available.