Police Seize Drugs and Alcohol From Boca Juniors Fan Buses

Security forces in Córdoba, Argentina, seized ecstasy pills, cocaine, marijuana, more than 250 alcoholic drinks, and two sharp weapons during inspections of buses carrying Boca Juniors supporters toward the team's match against Instituto on Friday, October 9, 2026. The operation took place along National Route 9 near the Toledo toll plaza as authorities prepared for the football match at Mario Alberto Kempes Stadium.

The inspections involved Argentina's Anti-Narcotics Police Force (FPA), National Gendarmerie, and Córdoba Police. According to reports from El Doce, Canal ShowSport, Villa María Ya, and El Diario de Carlos Paz, the drugs were confiscated and placed under the authority of the relevant judicial officials. Authorities did not specify the exact quantities of narcotics recovered.

The joint operation formed part of a preventive security plan coordinated through the Public Prosecutor's Office, according to information released by the FPA. Officials aimed to strengthen checks and maintain security around sporting events expected to attract large crowds.

Separate inspections targeting Boca Juniors' organized supporters, known as La 12, also uncovered prohibited items and identified individuals barred from attending sporting events, according to El Doce. Police found 17 supporters subject to attendance bans during checks conducted under the Tribuna Segura program.

The same operation involving La 12 resulted in the seizure of more than 250 alcoholic drinks and two sharp weapons, alongside marijuana, cocaine, and ecstasy. Authorities notified the 17 individuals of their restrictions at the scene.

Despite the discoveries, police reported no arrests during the checks involving La 12. The available reports also did not identify any arrests resulting from the separate inspections of buses carrying Boca Juniors supporters.

The security deployment preceded the match between Instituto and Boca Juniors at Mario Alberto Kempes Stadium in Córdoba. The game was scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. local time on Friday, with supporters of both teams expected to attend under an extensive security arrangement.

According to El Doce, La 12 was expected to occupy the central section of the Artime Popular stand at the stadium. The group's core supporters had also attended a recent Boca Juniors match against Vélez at the same venue during the Copa Argentina.