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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.

Editorial Staff1 min read

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.