Mexican Navy Seizes More than 407 Kilograms of Marijuana in Yucatan Raids
Mérida, Yucatán — Authorities seized more than 407 kilograms of what appeared to be marijuana during two court-ordered searches in Mérida and Conkal, the Mexican Navy announced.
The searches were carried out by the Yucatán State Prosecutor’s Office with perimeter security provided by Navy personnel from the Ninth Naval Zone. In Mérida, officers found approximately 2.152 kilograms of the substance alongside a scale.
In Conkal, a property search uncovered approximately 405.780 kilograms of the substance, along with electronic cigarettes, pipes, a sealing machine, and a bill counter.
The combined haul totaled 407.932 kilograms. All seized items were turned over to authorities to determine their legal status and continue the investigation.
The Navy said the operation was carried out in coordination with the state prosecutor’s office and other agencies across all three levels of government.
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
