U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Hidalgo Port of Entry in Texas have intercepted narcotics valued at over $886,000. The seizure occurred during a routine enforcement action.
Port Director Carlos Rodriguez commented on the event, stating, “This successful interdiction highlights our officers’ dedication to securing our nation’s borders while promoting the safe and lawful movement of goods and travelers.”
The incident took place on July 15 at the International Bridge in Hidalgo. A CBP officer referred a 2016 Dodge Charger, driven by a 44-year-old male U.S. citizen, for secondary inspection. During this examination, officers found packages containing approximately 66.35 pounds of suspected cocaine inside the vehicle. The street value of these narcotics is estimated to be $886,023.
Following the discovery, CBP seized both the narcotics and the vehicle. Homeland Security Investigations special agents arrested the driver and initiated a criminal investigation.
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CBP is recognized as America's largest law enforcement organization and serves as a unified border management agency with more than 65,000 personnel working across various environments to safeguard national security while facilitating trade and travel.
