Uruguay police detain man in Durazno for alleged pasta base trafficking

Police in Durazno, Uruguay, detained a 33‑year‑old man with a criminal record after observing suspicious behavior on a Monday. When approached, the suspect discarded several items, prompting officers to inspect the area. They recovered two nylon packets containing 20.51 grams of pasta base, a precursor for cocaine. The man was taken to the local police headquarters, placed under custody and will be transferred to the 2nd Turn District Prosecutor's Office for further judicial action. The investigation remains under the jurisdiction of the 2nd Turn Prosecutor's Office, with authorities continuing to pursue any additional leads.

The case highlights ongoing efforts by Uruguayan law‑enforcement agencies to intercept drug‑related offenses at the local level.