**Man Arrested with Cocaine in Tijuana; Discrepancy in Quantity Between Authorities**
In Tijuana, a man was arrested by law enforcement agencies purportedly transporting 274 packages of cocaine, estimated to weigh around 274 kilograms. This was announced by the National Defense Secretariat (Sedena). However, the Municipal Police of Tijuana initially reported a smaller seizure of approximately 50 packages containing a substance resembling cocaine.
The arrest occurred on Sunday, October 13, 2024, when the suspect was reportedly driving a stolen Mitsubishi Outlander at high speeds along Bulevar El Rosario in the Pórticos de Santa Fe neighborhood, in the south of the border city. Following the arrest, the individual was handed over to the General Prosecutor’s Office to determine both the nature and quantity of the substance in question.
This arrest and seizure of drugs was credited to the coordinated efforts and intelligence work of federal authorities focused on preventing and prosecuting criminal activities.
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**Secondary Article: Similar Incident on the Rise in Region**
Recent months have seen an uptick in drug-related arrests in Tijuana, highlighting ongoing drug trafficking issues in this border city. In a related event, earlier in September 2024, authorities intercepted another large drug shipment concealed in a cargo truck attempting to cross into the United States. In that case, authorities seized more than 300 kilograms of cocaine hidden among various goods.
Such incidents underscore the persistent challenges faced by law enforcement in combating the drug trade in the region. Efforts have been ramped up with cross-border cooperation being emphasized, involving both Mexican and U.S. law enforcement agencies working together to tackle the sophisticated networks of drug traffickers operating across borders. These measures have led to several significant busts, showcasing the importance of ongoing international collaboration in addressing this critical issue.