U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility intercepted over $14 million worth of methamphetamine. The narcotics were concealed within a shipment of fresh bell peppers and cucumbers.
Carlos Rodriguez, Port Director for the Hidalgo/Pharr/Anzalduas Port of Entry, highlighted the commitment of CBP officers to border security. "Our CBP officers continue to use all tools and resources to safeguard our borders by preventing these harmful narcotics from reaching America’s streets," said Rodriguez.
The incident occurred on April 11 when CBP officers at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility inspected a tractor-trailer coming from Mexico. A detailed inspection involving nonintrusive equipment and a canine team revealed 300 packages of methamphetamine inside the trailer. The packages weighed a total of 1,635.56 pounds (741.88 kg).
Following the discovery, CBP's Office of Field Operations seized both the narcotics and the vehicle. Homeland Security Investigations special agents have launched a criminal investigation into the matter.
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