U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry recently intercepted a large shipment of weapons and magazines during outbound operations. The incident occurred on February 3, when officers selected a 2021 Chevy Corvette heading to Mexico for inspection at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge.
The vehicle underwent a nonintrusive inspection system scan and a canine examination. A further physical search led officers to discover 44 handguns and 79 magazines hidden inside the car.
Port Director Alberto Flores commented on the operation: “Significant outbound weapons seizures, like the one realized by our officers at Juarez-Lincoln Bridge, reflect the relentless dedication of our officers to upholding CBP’s border security mission and keeping our border communities safe.”
CBP officers seized both the weapons and the vehicle. Homeland Security Investigations special agents arrested the driver and have started a criminal investigation related to this seizure.
CBP is recognized as America's largest law enforcement organization, responsible for securing borders on land, air, and sea. The agency enforces laws regarding travel and trade while aiming to protect national economic interests.
For more updates from CBP’s Laredo Field Office, information can be found on their social media accounts including X @DFOLaredo, Instagram @dfolaredo, and Facebook @LaredoFieldOfficeOFODirectorDonaldR.Kusser.
