BUENOS AIRES, Argentina – An operation in South America has resulted in the seizure of more than 28,000kg of explosive materials, 3,400 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and thousands of other components used in their manufacture.
Operation Claymore (11 August – 11 October 2024) brought together law enforcement from nine countries to target the theft, smuggling and trafficking of explosives and related materials. This international collaboration, coordinated by INTERPOL, also led to the seizure of 93,000 metres of detonating cord and safety fuse, 205 grenades, 73,000 detonators and thousands of kilos of chemical precursors. As a result of the operation, 45 individuals were arrested and several related investigations are still ongoing.
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Source: INTERPOL
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