CBP officers at eight South Texas ports of entry seized a number of narcotics, unreported currency, weapons and uncovered numerous immigration violations during Fiscal Year 2022.
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Officers Seize Over $900K in Methamphetamine
The narcotics had a street value of $901,293.
National Guard and State Troopers are Blocking Migrants at the Border
As cities on the Texas-Mexico border continue preparing for a possible influx of migrants and Title 42 remains in limbo, a shallow spot in the Rio Grande where thousands have recently crossed became the scene of a standoff Monday.
El Paso Declares a State of Emergency
With Title 42 ending next week, El Paso officials expect the number of migrants crossing the border could double.
CBP Launch Aerostat over SPI
This is the second deployment of an aerostat at South Padre Island, and past deployments have enhanced CBP’s border security.
Cocaine Seizure had Candy Wrapping
Agents discovered 73 grams of cocaine in the vehicle, some of which was concealed in candy wrappers.
Illegal Migrants are Sleeping on the Streets in El Paso
The city is struggling to handle a sudden influx of illegal migrants that has overwhelmed local resources.
$3.6 Million in Cocaine at World Trade Bridge
“Our frontline CBP officers continue to maintain a robust enforcement posture and seized two significant loads of cocaine in the cargo environment,” said Port Director Albert Flores, Laredo Port of Entry.
Agents Apprehend Group of 700 in Del Rio
Agents assigned to Del Rio Sector encountered a large group of 704 illegal migrants, in a single event, shortly after they illegally entered the United States.
Two Men Nabbed for Aggravated Sex Crimes
Utilizing national law enforcement databases, CBP officers conducted a biometric fingerprint check and confirmed his identity.
CBP Officers Apprehend Fugitive Wanted for Homicide
Border crossing Agents apprehended a man with an outstanding arrest warrant for homicide out of the Adams County Sherriff’s Office, Brighton Colorado.
With Title 42 Ending, Texas Border Town Fear Increase Invasion at the Southern Border
The public health order that expels migrants to Mexico was launched early in the pandemic, and the Biden administration’s intention to end it has sparked a legal battle.
Abandon Vehicle Used for Human Smuggling
The vehicle appeared to have been used for human smuggling.
Agents Prevent Narcotic Smuggling
A thorough search of the vehicle yielded six bundles inside the car.
CBP Seizes Fentanyl and Methamphetamine
“CBP officers working at Presidio remain focused and vigilant in their efforts to stop the flow of drugs at the border,” said CBP Presidio Acting Port Director Ronnie Raulston.
Rural Counties are Declaring Local Immigration Disasters
The latest county to make a disaster declaration is an eight-hour drive away from the Texas-Mexico border.
Border Patrol Closes two Stash Houses in Laredo
Border Patrol agents removed a total of seven individuals from both residences.
Kingsville BP Rescue Lost Man
Kingsville Border Patrol agents responded to a 911 call for a missing injured person. Border Patrol agents located the injured man and physically carried him out of an area.
Officers Seize $119K in Unreported Currency
The enforcement action occurred on Tuesday, Nov. 22, when officers assigned to outbound operations referred a 37-year-old male driving a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado pickup for secondary inspection.
Officers Seize $1.5 Million in Cocaine
The seizure occurred on Tuesday, Nov. 22 at the World Trade Bridge.