Coast Guard and Department of Homeland Security partner agencies interdict multiple suspected smuggling vessels south of San Clemente Island

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Coast Guard and Department of Homeland Security partner agencies interdict multiple suspected smuggling vessels south of San Clemente Island
02/24/2026 01:33 PM EST

The U.S. Coast Guard and Department of Homeland Security partner agencies, supported by the U.S. Navy, interdicted five suspected maritime smuggling vessels and apprehended 62 aliens  during coordinated operations south of San Clemente Island, Saturday.
The U.S. Coast Guard and Department of Homeland Security partner agencies interdict a suspected maritime smuggling vessel during coordinated operations south of San Clemente Island, California, Feb. 21, 2026. In total, crews interdicted five vessels and apprehended 62 aliens in under 90 minutes. (U.S. Coast Guard courtesy photo)