Navy Dismantles Two Clandestine Labs in Sinaloa, Seizes Over Two Tons of Methamphetamine

Naval forces in Mexico have successfully dismantled two clandestine drug laboratories in Sinaloa, a significant operation that resulted in the seizure of more than two tons of methamphetamine. The action is believed to have disrupted the operations of the drug trafficking group known as "Los Mayos."

In the first operation, conducted in the Las Juntas settlement of Culiacán, authorities discovered a laboratory containing 1,700 kilograms of synthetic drugs, 7,500 liters of precursor chemicals, and 775 kilograms of other materials. Equipment seized at the site included a distiller, condensers, centrifuges, and various containers.

A second raid in the Corralejo locality, also in Culiacán, uncovered another narco-laboratory. This site yielded 650 kilograms of synthetic drugs, 5,600 liters of chemicals, and 1,400 kilograms of assorted materials. All seized materials from both locations were rendered unusable to prevent their redeployment.

The combined seizures represent a substantial blow to organized crime, with an estimated economic impact of 214,971,728 pesos. The Secretariat of the Navy (Semar), in coordination with the Secretariat of Citizen Security and Protection (SSPC) and the Attorney General's Office (FGR), carried out the necessary procedures to process the confiscated items. Officials reiterated their commitment to collaborative efforts aimed at preventing illicit substances from reaching the streets and reinforcing the rule of law.