CBP drug bust

Eagle Pass Cocaine Seizure Uncovers $491K in Hidden Drugs

Cocaine

An Eagle Pass cocaine seizure has disrupted an attempted smuggling operation after U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers discovered over $491,000 worth of cocaine concealed in a pickup truck. The April 2 bust at the Camino Real International Bridge led to the arrest of a 57-year-old woman from Mexico. Officers uncovered 16 tightly packed cocaine bundles using nonintrusive scanners and a canine unit, demonstrating the effectiveness of border enforcement at this key entry point.

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CBP Officers Seize $6.2M in Cocaine Hidden in Plastic Rolls

Cocaine

CBP officers seized $6.2 million worth of cocaine hidden in plastic rolls at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility. A routine inspection of a commercial shipment from Mexico uncovered 150 drug-filled packages weighing 470 pounds. Advanced screening technology and a canine team led officers to the narcotics. The driver, along with the seized cargo, was handed over to Texas authorities for investigation. This operation highlights the ongoing battle against drug smuggling at U.S. border crossings and the effectiveness of law enforcement in preventing illegal shipments.

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Feds Seize A Whopping $7.77 Million Worth Of Meth Hidden In Shipment Of Limes

Methamphetamine

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Texas intercepted $7.77 million worth of methamphetamine hidden in a shipment of Persian limes on January 6, 2025. The drugs, totaling 869.72 pounds in 357 packages, were uncovered during a secondary inspection at the Pharr International Bridge. This seizure is the second major drug bust in Texas within a week, following earlier confiscations in Laredo that totaled over $6.3 million and involved marijuana and methamphetamine. These operations reflect ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking at U.S. ports.

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