U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry have seized methamphetamine valued at over $1 million, according to a recent announcement. The seizure took place on June 14 at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge.
Port Director Alberto Flores commented on the operation, stating, “This successful methamphetamine seizure at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge is a direct result of the sharp instincts and exceptional targeting skills of our officers.” He emphasized that their efforts are crucial in preventing dangerous narcotics from reaching communities and prosecuting traffickers.
The incident involved a 56-year-old male Mexican citizen driving a 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. During secondary inspection, CBP officers used canine units and non-intrusive inspection systems to find eight packages containing 112 pounds of methamphetamine inside the vehicle. The street value of these narcotics was estimated at $1,036,912.
Following the discovery, CBP confiscated both the drugs and the vehicle. The driver was taken into custody as Homeland Security Investigations special agents continue to look into the case.
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CBP describes itself as America's frontline law enforcement organization with over 65,000 personnel working across various domains including land, air, and sea. Their mission includes facilitating lawful travel and trade while ensuring national security through various means such as innovation and collaboration.
