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Briefing: Top narco trafficker Marset handed over to US after Bolivia arrest
Strategic angle: Sebastian Marset, the most notorious drug baron in South America, was arrested in Bolivia and extradited to the US.
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Updated 28 days ago
Sebastian Marset was apprehended on March 14, 2026, in Santa Cruz, a region known for its wealth and proximity to cocaine production.
Bolivia ranks as the third-largest producer of cocaine globally, which underscores the systemic issues in drug trafficking and law enforcement in the area.
Marset's extradition to the United States is a significant development in international drug enforcement efforts, potentially impacting trafficking networks.