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CBP Officers at El Paso Port Stop Methamphetamine Load

Release Date
Thu, 06/04/2020

EL PASO, Texas -- U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations officers working at the El Paso port of entry seized 26.2 pounds of methamphetamine yesterday evening.

Drugs seized by CBP officers.
Drugs seized by CBP officers.

                                         

“A multi-layered inspection involving an x-ray system, solid interviewing techniques, and officer experience led to this significant seizure,” said CBP El Paso Port Director Beverly Good. “CBP officers quickly and efficiently process thousands of law abiding commuters on a daily basis while also identifying those who willingly violate the laws of our nation.”

The seizure was made at approximately 6:15 p.m. Wednesday when a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle arrived at the Bridge of the Americas international crossing from Mexico. The primary CBP officer referred the vehicle to secondary for an intensive inspection.

An X-ray system was used and the images produced revealed anomalies in the spare tire of the vehicle. A total of 11 drug-filled packages were recovered.

CBP officers arrested the driver, 20-year-old female U.S. citizen. She was turned over to Homeland Security Investigations special agents to face charges associated with the failed smuggling attempt.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and between official ports of entry. CBP is charged with securing the borders of the United States while enforcing hundreds of laws and facilitating lawful trade and travel.

Last Modified: Feb 03, 2021