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Camp Pendleton Breach Leads to Major Drug Bust
14 Jun
Summary
- Two suspects were arrested after a six-hour search on base.
- Over 110 pounds of cocaine and fentanyl were found in their vehicle.
- The suspects crashed through a gate, initiating a police pursuit.
A significant drug bust occurred at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton following a police pursuit that ended with two arrests. The incident started when suspects allegedly crashed through a base gate, leading to a chase. They then abandoned their vehicle within a military housing area and fled on foot, prompting a temporary shelter-in-place order and a large-scale search.
After a six-hour operation involving approximately 30 personnel from various agencies, both suspects were apprehended without incident. Investigators subsequently located over 112 pounds of cocaine and fentanyl concealed within the suspects' abandoned vehicle. Officials extended gratitude for the seamless teamwork and dedication displayed by NCIS, the Orange County Sheriff's Department, Camp Pendleton Provost Marshal's Office, DEA, and US Border Patrol in resolving the situation.
