Cocaine Bust Valued at J$1 billion Shakes Kingston Freeport

The Kingston Freeport Terminal underwent a lockdown due to a major cocaine bust estimated at J$1 billion. Security forces arrested at least eight employees connected to the cocaine investigation. The authorities expanded the probe to other parishes, conducting searches and intercepting trailers related to the shipment. As of now, the exact quantity and value of the seized cocaine remain undisclosed, alongside the number of detained individuals. Jamaica is experiencing a record year for cocaine seizures, surpassing previous records with over 5,100 kilograms confiscated in just six months.