A police operation by the Investigative Police of Chile successfully dismantled a drug sales point in the heart of Coquimbo, in an area with high pedestrian traffic. The intervention was part of the MT-0 (Microtrafficking Zero) investigative model, aimed at combating small-scale drug trafficking in neighborhoods and urban areas. The investigation revealed a clear operational scheme: A Colombian citizen, in an irregular immigration situation, was selling drugs directly on the street.

His partner, a Chilean national, was storing and packaging the drugs at their home. Doses of base cocaine ready for sale were seized. Cash, presumably from sales, was also found.

The operation included the immediate arrest of both individuals. Intervention Area: High Public Exposure The operation focused on Avenida Varela, specifically at a strategic intersection: In front of supermarkets. Close to shopping centers.

With a high daily influx of people. This context heightened the sense of insecurity among local residents and merchants. Key Investigative Element: Citizen Reports The so-called "Operation Wuhan" originated from information provided by the community, in coordination with the municipality.

This type of information allowed the PDI to: Identify sales patterns. Locate the associated residence. Plan the interv…

Community collaboration was crucial for the success of the operation. Legal Framework and Judicial Process The case falls under violations of Law 20,000, which penalizes the illicit trafficking of narcotics. Both detainees were made available to the Public Prosecutor's Office for: Detention control.

Formalization of charges. Possible precautionary measures. Impact on Local Security Such interventions aim for more than just arresting those responsible: Reducing sales points in critical areas.

Decreasing associated crimes (thefts, violence). Recovering public spaces for the community. In central areas, microtrafficking is often a factor that rapidly deteriorates urban security.

5 Key Points of the Operation PDI arrested a couple for microtrafficking in downtown Coquimbo. The operation took place on Avenida Varela, a highly frequented area. Seized were dosed base cocaine and cash.

The investigation arose from reports by neighbors. Both defendants were made available to the Public Prosecutor's Office.