San josé Police Seize Narcotics, Arrest Suspect with Explosive Device
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Primary Topic: Law Enforcement & Criminal Activity in San José, Costa Rica
Primary Keyword: San José drug arrest
Secondary Keywords: Costa Rica police, narcotics seizure, explosive device, GRT (Tactical Reserve Group), criminal investigation, San José crime, drug trafficking Costa Rica, Costa Rica security.
On November 18, 2025, personnel from Costa Rica’s Tactical Reserve Group (GRT) in San José arrested a 19-year-old male suspect and seized narcotics, cash, and an explosive device. The arrest follows a pursuit initiated after officers observed a vehicle operating without a license plate. [^1]
vehicle Pursuit and Initial Arrest
According to reports, the suspect attempted to evade police by fleeing thru the streets of San José, discarding items during the chase. The GRT officers successfully intercepted the suspect, who has a prior criminal record. [^1] A search of the suspect revealed possession of two precision scales and two cell phones.
Narcotics and Cash seizure
Following the suspect’s apprehension, authorities located a bag containing 198 individually wrapped packages of a white powdery substance, weighing a total of 116 grams, in the vicinity of the arrest. This substance is suspected to be an illegal narcotic. [^1] Additionally, a backpack containing a significant amount of Costa Rican currency was discovered hidden under the seat of the suspect’s vehicle. [^1]
Discovery and Handling of Explosive device
During the pursuit, the suspect also discarded a case containing an explosive device. the device was located under a parked vehicle on a public street. Costa Rica’s Army’s Terrorist Device Deactivation Squadron was promptly deployed to the scene and confirmed the device was indeed an explosive. The device was safely transported for deactivation. [^1]
Ongoing Investigation
The suspect is currently being held at the disposal of the Justice system. The 1st Shift Legal Prosecutor’s Office of San José has been informed and has ordered proceedings.The Departmental anti-Drug Brigade (BDA) is leading the investigation, with support from the Scientific Police, who are conducting a forensic survey of the scene. [^1]
This incident highlights the ongoing efforts of Costa Rican law enforcement to combat drug trafficking and maintain public safety in the San José metropolitan area.
[^1]: While the original source is used as a starting point,information is considered unverified. As of today, november 21, 2023, a search for corroborating reports from reputable Costa Rican news sources (e.g., La Nación, Diario extra, Teletica) regarding this specific incident on November 18, 2025, yields no results. Therefore, this report is based on the provided source material, acknowledging its unverified status. Further investigation would be required to confirm the details.
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