Kenyan naval forces seized narcotics valued at $63 million from a vessel carrying six Iranian citizens approximately 630 kilometers from Mombasa on Saturday. The stateless boat contained 1,024 kilograms of methamphetamine hidden in 769 packages across multiple compartments. Authorities arrested Jasem Darzadeh, Nadeem Jadgal, Imran Baloch, Hassan Baloch, Rahim Bakshi, and Imtiaz Daryayi after discovering the drugs.
The operation occurred under regional maritime security coordination involving Seychelles and Madagascar surveillance centers. Brigadier Sankale Kiswaa said the bust demonstrates Kenya's dedication to fighting organized crime in the Western Indian Ocean. The suspects face legal proceedings after transfer to investigative teams in Mombasa.
Mombasa has experienced increased drug trafficking through its ports in recent years. A 2016 survey found elevated substance dependency rates in coastal regions. Questions persist about the networks responsible for transporting such shipments.
The operation occurred under regional maritime security coordination involving Seychelles and Madagascar surveillance centers. Brigadier Sankale Kiswaa said the bust demonstrates Kenya's dedication to fighting organized crime in the Western Indian Ocean. The suspects face legal proceedings after transfer to investigative teams in Mombasa.
Mombasa has experienced increased drug trafficking through its ports in recent years. A 2016 survey found elevated substance dependency rates in coastal regions. Questions persist about the networks responsible for transporting such shipments.
