HAVRE, Mont. ― The U.S. Border Patrol's Havre Sector Communicators Center received a call from a concerned citizen on June 2 stating that a man with a backpack jumped the border fence and was walking south on Highway 89 south of the Piegan Port of Entry.
Agents located the man, a citizen of Canada, who freely admitted that he had just crossed the border illegally into the United States. The man was arrested and removed from the U.S.
“I am proud of the relationship we have with our communities that help in maintaining a watchful eye on the northern border,” said Chief Patrol Agent Sean McGoffin. “This is an example of the outstanding cooperation we share with our communities.”
As America’s unified border agency, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) protects the United States against terrorist threats and prevents the illegal entry of people and dangerous materials into the United States, while facilitating lawful travel and trade. Additionally, CBP routinely conducts inspection operations on arriving and departing international flights and intercepts narcotics, weapons, currency, prohibited agriculture products, and other illicit items.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection welcomes assistance from the community. Individuals can report suspicious activity to Border Patrol by calling 800 BE ALERT or (800) 232-5378. All calls will be answered and remain anonymous.