U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Office of Field Operations recently halted a significant narcotics shipment during outbound enforcement near the Ambassador Bridge port of entry. On April 20, officers discovered 193 pounds of cocaine hidden in a commercial vehicle bound for Canada. The substance was concealed within duffel bags and confirmed as cocaine following testing.
Port Director Marc Calixte commended the officers' efforts, stating, “This is yet another recent example of the commitment our officers have to protecting the American people from the scourge of dangerous drugs.” The cocaine, along with the truck and trailer, was seized, and the driver, a Canadian citizen, will face federal prosecution.
Director of Field Operations Marty C. Raybon emphasized the importance of securing international commerce to protect the homeland. He assured that efforts to disrupt the transnational drug trade will continue, leveraging all available resources.
The interception marked the third such seizure conducted by CBP Field Operations in Detroit since March 21. The investigation is ongoing, with assistance from ICE Homeland Security Investigations.
CBP's border security mission is conducted by officers and agriculture specialists at the nation's ports of entry, who screen international travelers and cargo for illicit and harmful items. U.S. Customs and Border Protection is noted as America's frontline border management agency, with over 65,000 personnel working to safeguard the country on various fronts.
