La Serena: Chase ends with seizure of over one million pesos in codeine syrup

A high-speed chase in La Serena, Chile, concluded with police seizing over one million pesos (approximately $1,100 USD) worth of codeine syrup and arresting a suspect. The incident unfolded when officers attempted to stop a vehicle for a routine check.

The driver evaded the police, leading them through various city streets before abandoning his car near the Elqui River. In an attempt to escape capture, the man then jumped into the river. Carabineros, the national police force, launched a significant operation and successfully apprehended the suspect.

Following the arrest, officers searched the abandoned vehicle and discovered a large quantity of codeine syrup. Police stated that these syrups are controlled substances requiring a medical prescription and are frequently trafficked for illegal sale. The seizure highlights ongoing efforts to combat the illicit drug trade in the region.