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CBP Officers Seize more than 100 Pounds of Narcotics at the Donna Bridge

Release Date
Mon, 06/20/2016

DONNA, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations (OFO) at the Donna International Bridge intercepted 101 pounds of alleged marijuana from two female Mexican citizens as they attempted to enter into the U.S. from Mexico.

“Our officers detected the narcotics as a result of their continued vigilance and dedication to the CBP mission,” said Progreso/Donna Port Director Nestor Garza. “Keeping these dangerous drugs out of our communities is a priority for the Office of Field Operations.”

Packages containing 101 pounds of marijuana seized by CBP officers at Donna International Bridge
Packages containing 101 pounds of marijuana
seized by CBP officers at Donna International
Bridge

The seizure occurred on June 15, 2016, after CBP officers at the Donna International Bridge encountered  a white 2006 Nissan Quest containing two female Mexican citizen passengers, ages 27 and 29.  The travelers and vehicle were referred for further inspection after a canine team (K9) alerted to the vehicle.  Inspection of the vehicle resulted in officers discovering 30 packages of alleged marijuana concealed within the conveyance.

CBP OFO officers seized the narcotics, the vehicle, and arrested the two women who were turned over to the Donna Texas Police Department for further investigation.

Last Modified: Feb 03, 2021