David Yadin ‘N’ Arrested With 35 Drug Doses in Quintana Roo Operation

Police officers holding evidence bags containing drugs during an operation in Quintana Roo

Othón P. Blanco, Quintana Roo — Security forces arrested David Yadin “N” on drug charges during a joint patrol in the municipality of Othón P. Blanco, officials said.

The arrest was carried out by officers from the Centurion Group of the Secretariat of Public Security (SSC), in coordination with the Mexican Navy (Semar), the Mexican Army (Sedena), the National Guard, and the Othón P. Blanco Municipal Police.

During routine surveillance, officers observed the suspect smoking and handling a transparent bag containing dry plant material resembling marijuana. As they approached, they detected a strong odor of the drug.

The incident occurred on Retorno 2, between Retorno 3 and Retorno 1, where officers conducted a preventive search. During the inspection, they seized a green pencil case containing 22 transparent bags of dry plant material consistent with marijuana, as well as 13 bags of white powder consistent with cocaine.

David Yadin “N” was handed over to the Specialized Prosecutor’s Office for Drug Dealing, which will determine his legal status. Authorities also said the suspect is linked to an assault and robbery of a man’s cell phone, and investigations are ongoing.

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By Javier Mendez

Javier Mendez covers public safety, law enforcement, and legal affairs in Quintana Roo. He monitors official reports from the FGE (State Prosecutor's Office), the Mexican Navy, and municipal police to deliver accurate English summaries of crime, trafficking cases, arrests, and court rulings affecting the Riviera Maya region.Javier has been covering crime and public safety news since 2023, reporting on cases ranging from felony arrests and human trafficking investigations to court proceedings and organized crime-related incidents across Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Chetumal. His reporting provides English-speaking residents and travelers with reliable, timely information about safety conditions in Quintana Roo's major tourist destinations.Javier works closely with official government sources and press offices to verify facts before publication, and maintains an archive of law enforcement communications to provide context for ongoing stories. He is dedicated to accurate, factual reporting on complex safety issues that affect both residents and visitors to the region.For story tips: javier@rivieramayanews.mx