# Drug trafficking judicial proceedings in South America

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/drug-trafficking-judicial-proceedings-in-south-america
> Updated: 2026-10-22T10:32:14.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Judicial actions against drug trafficking operations have been reported in Argentina and Colombia.

In Argentina, courts issued sentences in two distinct cases. In Paraná, a Federal Oral Court sentenced a couple for operating a marijuana delivery service, resulting in prison time and house arrest. In Villa Nueva, a Crime Chamber sentenced three individuals for drug retail following the seizure of mobile phones containing evidence of cocaine purchases.

In Colombia, authorities in the Santander province ordered pretrial detention for two individuals accused of retail narcotics distribution. The prosecution alleges the suspects targeted educational and sporting environments and provided home delivery services. Following several raids, officials seized marijuana, cocaine, cash, and mobile phones.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-22: Two individuals jailed for drug trafficking in Santander, Colombia

Two people were sent to prison in Santander, Colombia, for allegedly selling drugs near schools and sports venues in Barbosa, Güepsa, and Vélez.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/two-individuals-jailed-for-drug-trafficking-in-santander-colombia

### 2026-10-21: Argentine court issues sentences in separate drug trafficking cases

Argentine courts have handed down various prison sentences in Paraná and Villa Nueva involving marijuana delivery services and local drug retail operations.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentine-court-issues-sentences-in-separate-drug-trafficking-cases

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