Costa Rican authorities confiscated over 1,100 units of illegal alcohol and 1,500 packs of contraband cigarettes in Quepos following a traffic incident. The seizure occurred after the vehicle carrying the illicit goods collided with a semi-trailer truck. The Ministry of Public Security (MSP) was responsible for the confiscation. No information regarding injuries resulting from the collision was immediately released. The incident highlights ongoing efforts to combat smuggling within the country. The recovered items represent a significant disruption to illegal trade operations in the Quepos region. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the smuggling attempt and the collision.