A joint operation was conducted to intercept a vessel allegedly involved in narcotics trafficking. The operation was carried out by the US Southern Command and Ecuadorian forces. A video released by the US Southern Command shows a boat, identified as the "Don Rufo", being approached by a rapid response boat with uniformed personnel, who then take the crew into custody. The vessel is later seen exploding and emitting a dense column of smoke.

The US Southern Command reported that the intercepted vessel was linked to the Los Choneros gang. Further details about the operation are available from the US Southern Command's social media account, where the video was shared on September 8.

The video provides a visual account of the operation, but additional information about the context and outcome is available from the source.