Texas Border Business
EAGLE PASS, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at Eagle Pass Port of Entry this weekend seized more than $414,000 in narcotics in a single enforcement action.
“This seizure highlights our officers’ commitment to interdicting illicit narcotics,” said Port Director Pete Beattie, Eagle Pass Port of Entry. “Eagle Pass CBP officers continue to maintain a robust enforcement posture, successfully disrupting cross-border drug smuggling attempts.”
The seizure occurred on October 12th, at the Eagle Pass International Bridge when a CBP officer referred a 2010 Dodge Journey driven by a 26-year-old male United States citizen for secondary inspection. CBP officers conducted a secondary examination that included utilization of CBP canine and a non-intrusive inspection. Upon further physical examination, CBP officers discovered packages containing a total of 45 pounds of alleged methamphetamine within the rocker panels of the vehicle. The narcotics had an estimated street value of $414,765.
CBP seized the narcotics and the vehicle. Maverick County Sheriff’s Office arrested the driver and initiated a criminal investigation.
