Authorities in Mexico City seize drugs and exotic animals

Six men were detained during a police raid in the Magdalena Mixiuhca area. Authorities seized 169 doses of cocaine from them, as well as rare animals: a crocodile, an iguana, and axolotls.

During a raid in the Magdalena Mixiuhca neighborhood, authorities seized 169 doses of possible cocaine, a crocodile, an iguana, and two axolotls. Six men were detained.

According to law enforcement, the operation was carried out in the specified area. During it, illegal substances and exotic animals were found. All detained individuals have been handed over to the relevant authorities for further investigation.

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