The mayor of Liberia, Costa Rica, has been detained following an extradition request from the United States. US authorities accuse the mayor of conspiracy to manufacture and traffic cocaine. The arrest stems from allegations of involvement in a drug trafficking operation. Details regarding the specific evidence leading to the extradition request have not been immediately released. Costa Rican authorities are cooperating with the US government on the matter. The mayor now awaits potential extradition proceedings to face charges in a US court. This arrest marks a significant development in ongoing efforts to combat international drug trafficking.