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By Federal Newswire | Nov 30, 2023
Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol agents in Texas intercepted six marijuana smuggling attempts within two days, aided by multiple law enforcement agencies. These operations took place across different locations and involved various arrestees and seizures.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
U.S. Customs and Border (CBP) Patrol Chief Jesse Owens recently took to Platform X to advocate for more flights to return illegal aliens back to their country. This initiative aims to reinforce law enforcement on immigration and discourage illegal entry into the United States.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
Ammon Blair, a former US Border Patrol agent, stated that Mexican drug cartels and criminal smugglers have the capabilities to run a fake documents network. This network provides immigrants with fraudulent IDs that allow them to work in the United States, contributing to the child labor and human trafficking problems at the Southern border. This ongoing issue has not only increased crime rates but also created serious socio-economic impacts.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 28, 2023
James Owens, Chief Patrol Agent of U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), shared that multiple warrants led to the seizure of fentanyl, cocaine, meth, handguns, assault weapons in New York. This recent seizure is part of USBP's ongoing efforts to curtail drug trafficking and illegal arms possession in the country.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 27, 2023
Border Patrol agents near the Del Rio sector continue to apprehend sex offenders who are trying to enter the U.S. illegally. This is part of an ongoing operation aimed at ensuring national security and maintaining public safety.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 27, 2023
Border Patrol agents in El Paso continue to counter human smugglers looking to make a profit with bringing in undocumented immigrants into America. The relentless operations are part of the United States' efforts to maintain border integrity and uphold immigration laws.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 27, 2023
Border Patrol agents in the Rio Grande Valley had an eventful holiday weekend keeping the border secure, according to Chief Patrol Agent Gloria I. Chavez. This took place during the Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 27, 2023
According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, more illicit fentanyl has been seized by border agents in the 2023 fiscal year than any previous year. This suggests that Mexican drug cartels are still producing fentanyl at a high rate, despite reports that production of the substance has been banned by cartels in certain areas. The increase in seizure raises questions about the effectiveness of these bans.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 25, 2023
Border Patrol agents in the San Diego sector made a substantial meth bust this week in an endeavor backed by federal and local law enforcement agencies. The bust was a result of Operation Apollo, a regional operation aimed at curbing illicit synthetic narcotics trafficking.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 25, 2023
Border Patrol agents in the San Diego sector made a substantial fentanyl bust this week, which is being spearheaded by a collaborative effort of local and federal law enforcement agencies to combat narcotics. This operation forms part of an ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking across the U.S.-Mexico border.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 25, 2023
The United States Border Patrol has been busy the past two months seizing everything from drugs to real estate. This aggressive action comes amidst a nationwide battle against drug trafficking and other illicit activities.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 22, 2023
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers, during an outbound examination at the Gateway to the Americas Bridge in Laredo, seized over $125,000 in unreported currency hidden within a vehicle. The seizure took place on November 20, further highlighting the vigilant efforts of CBP officers in maintaining law and order.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 22, 2023
A truck concealing 354 pounds of methamphetamine was recently seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CPB) officers at the Paso Del Norte international crossing in El Paso. The large drug bust occurred on November 18, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement officials in controlling the cross-border drug trade.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 21, 2023
A group of undocumented individuals were not able to thwart off being apprehended by Laredo Border Patrol agents despite utilizing a tactic they hoped would allow them to avoid detection, according to Chief Patrol Agent Joel Martinez. The incident occurred when the migrants attempted to conceal their tracks by wearing carpet on the soles of their shoes.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 21, 2023
Border Patrol agents in the Rio Grande Valley had an eventful weekend when it came to arrests and seizures, according to Chief Patrol Agent Gloria I. Chavez. This occurred as part of their ongoing effort to secure the border region.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 21, 2023
The Northern District of Texas's U.S. Attorney's Office recently announced that a mother and her daughter have received a combined sentence of 18 months for acquiring guns on behalf of a member of a Mexican drug cartel. The press release is from Nov. 16.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 20, 2023
United States Border Patrol agents were busy this weekend keeping narcotics from entering the country. The activity was centered at various ports of entry, where agents discovered over 800 pounds of drugs.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 20, 2023
El Centro Border Patrol agents recently found drugs with a street value of over $100,000 within the engine of a vehicle. This seizure adds to the ongoing battle against drug trafficking across US borders.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 20, 2023
Wisconsin lawmakers recently held a roundtable discussing crime and the rising influence of drug cartels in the state. Law enforcement officials from the city of Whitewater, Wisconsin and Walworth County were joined by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson and U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil to raise concerns about this issue. The meeting was convened in response to escalating concerns about drug-related criminal activity and its impact on local communities.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 19, 2023
California Representative Mike Thompson along with New York Representative Dan Goldman and Texas Representative Joaquin Castro recently introduced the "Disarming Cartels Act" aimed at combating illegal weapons and ammunition trade across the southern border. Rep Thomson expressed his support for the bill in a Nov 14th press release.
