NCJ Number
146771
Date Published
1989
Length
197 pages
Annotation
This Senate subcommittee hearing focused on the structure and operation of international drug cartels, with emphasis on the Medellin, Cali, North Atlantic coast, and Bogota Drug Cartels in Colombia.
Abstract
The speakers included representatives of the Drug Enforcement Administration, Office of National Drug Control Policy, and FBI, as well as an author and investigative reporter. They emphasized the importance of developing an accurate, detailed understanding of each organization and making the information available to every appropriate agency with a role in dealing with the organization. The discussions also focused on the seizure of foreign assets by the United States, the role of law enforcement and military assistance to Andean countries, and other activities related to international cooperation and drug law enforcement.