U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers from the San Diego Field Office concluded May with significant interdiction efforts, seizing a total of 7,854 pounds of narcotics. This operation is part of an ongoing initiative to combat illegal drug trafficking, aiming to disrupt the financial and logistical capabilities of criminal organizations.
During their enforcement operations, CBP officers intercepted 6,298 pounds of methamphetamine, 1,267 pounds of cocaine, 256 pounds of fentanyl, and 33 pounds of heroin. The estimated street value of these narcotics exceeds $17 million. These seizures were made in 115 separate incidents as part of broader efforts to dismantle drug distribution networks and improve community safety.
A notable seizure occurred on May 29 at the Calexico East Cargo Facility when a tractor-trailer was sent for secondary inspection. Officers discovered 100 packages of cocaine inside the air tanks weighing a total of 245.28 pounds.
“Targeting techniques are critical to our success,” said San Diego Director of Field Operations Sidney K. Aki. “This seizure demonstrates the power of precision targeting and how intelligence driven enforcement is essential in the fight against organized crime.”
The San Diego Field Office continues to encourage public involvement by reporting suspicious activities as they work to dismantle narcotics operations and ensure safer communities.
CBP is recognized as America's frontline: it is the nation's largest law enforcement organization and the world's first unified border management agency. Over 65,000 CBP personnel protect America across land, air, and sea borders while facilitating safe travel and trade to ensure economic prosperity. They enhance national security through innovation, intelligence collaboration, and trust.
