LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry last night encountered a man wanted in the Laredo area on an outstanding felony warrant for a sex-related offense against a child.
“Our frontline CBP officers…
Migrants killed after being ejected from smuggling vehicle
On October 22, 2024, at approximately 9:33 a.m., remote video surveillance system (RVSS) operators broadcasted information regarding potential smuggling activity involving a four-door silver Infinity sedan at the Customs Export Facility (CEF)…
CBP seizes over 14K pounds of prohibited fruit
PHARR, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers and agriculture specialists assigned to the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility seized 14,745 pounds of fresh hog plum and fresh passion fruit.
“Our…
Laredo Sector Border Patrol Announces October’s Youth of the Month Honorees
LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Sector Border Patrol holds the Laredo Sector Border Patrol Youth of the Month program for October. The program is designed to honor and promote academic excellence throughout the area high schools in Laredo.
On Oct. 25…
Statement from Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Commissioner Troy A. Miller on Red Ribbon Week
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is America’s frontline against drugs like fentanyl – working every day to keep these deadly substances out of our country and communities. During Red Ribbon Week, we redouble our commitment to doing all that we can…
Para el Día de los Muertos, la Oficina Regional de CBP en Laredo recuerda al público los artículos agrícolas prohibidos que se pueden transportar enfermedad del enverdecimiento de los cítricos
LAREDO, Texas - Mientras la comunidad fronteriza entre Estados Unidos y México observa el feriado del Día de los Muertos, los funcionarios de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza de los EE. UU. Que representan los puertos de entrada de la Oficina…
For All Souls’ Day, CBP’s Laredo Field Office reminds public of prohibited agricultural items that can carry citrus greening disease
LAREDO, Texas — As the U.S.-Mexico border community observes the All Souls’ Day (Día de los Muertos) holiday, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials representing Laredo Field Office ports of entry are advising the traveling public that certain…
CBP officers seize over $566K in heroin at Eagle Pass Port of Entry
EAGLE PASS, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at Eagle Pass Port of Entry this week seized more than $566,000 in heroin in a single enforcement action.
“Significant heroin seizures like these…
Philadelphia CBP Intercepts 114-Pound Marijuana Load Destined to London, Two Women Arrested
PHILADELPHIA – Two women are facing felony drug possession charges after U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Philadelphia International Airport discovered 114 pounds of marijuana in their London-bound suitcases on Tuesday.
Agents from…
Dulles CBP Discovers Cache of Dangerous Drugs in Traveler Baggage, MWAA Police Arrest California Woman
STERLING, Va. – A California woman, and Global Entry trusted traveler member, was arrested at Washington Dulles International Airport on Tuesday after U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers discovered a cache of dangerous drugs in her baggage…
Machinery CEE enforcement targeting at the Port of Memphis results in seizure of infants’ products; CPSC lab results find high lead content and choking hazards
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Successful targeting efforts by U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Machinery Center of Excellence and Expertise (CEE) at the Port of Memphis resulted in the seizure of $61,000 in infant products that were determined to be unsafe…
Agents rescue young lady in Brownsville
BROWNSVILLE, Texas – Rio Grande Valley Sector Border Patrol agents, coordinated with Brownsville Police Department to render aid to a young lady in distress.
This morning, Fort Brown Border Patrol agents observed a young lady standing on the…
Presidio CBP officers seize cocaine
PRESIDIO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at the Presidio port of entry seized 20.6 pounds of cocaine October 20. A personal use amount of methamphetamine was also seized during the encounter.
Bundles in vehicle…
CBP Releases September 2024 Monthly Update
WASHINGTON – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released operational statistics today for Fiscal Year 2024, including September 2024’s monthly operational update. CBP monthly reporting can be viewed on CBP’s Stats and Summaries webpage.
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Presidio CBP officers nab man sought on manslaughter warrant by Midland police
PRESIDIO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at the Presidio port of entry apprehended a male 20-year-old U.S. citizen on October 20. He was being sought for manslaughter by the Midland, Texas police department following a…
Norfolk CBP Officers Seize Heavy Equipment Stolen in Massachusetts and Bound to Guinea
NORFOLK, Va. – This story of recovering stolen heavy equipment reads like an intriguing novel -- a transnational criminal organization, global tracking, international assistance, and an eventual stateside reuniting with rightful owners.
On October…
Laredo CBP officers apprehend man wanted for assault causing bodily injury
LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry, encountered a man wanted for a felony warrant by the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
“Assault causing bodily injury is a serious offense,” said Port Director Albert…
Brownsville CBP officers seize $3.2 million in methamphetamine
BROWNSVILLE, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers assigned to the Brownsville Port of Entry this weekend intercepted $3.2 million in methamphetamine in a single enforcement action.
“Our CBP officers…
CBP officers seize over $267K in heroin at Eagle Pass Port of Entry
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 $267,000 in narcotics in a single enforcement action.
“Our frontline CBP officers continue to…
Eagle Pass CBP officers apprehend man wanted for felony warrant for child sex offense
EAGLE PASS, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers assigned to the Camino Real International Bridge apprehended a man wanted for felony warrant for a child sex offense.
“Our frontline CBP…
Field Operations Academy seeks accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies: July 2024 Accreditation
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) – Office of Training and Development – Field Operations Academy (FOA) has responsibility for entry level training of CBP Officers and CBP Agriculture Specialists serving at America’s ports of entry. In…
CBP Officers uncover over 646 pounds of meth hidden in green onion shipment at Calexico Commercial Facility
CALEXICO, Calif., — CBP officers from the Calexico Commercial Facility seized more than 646 pounds of methamphetamine concealed within a shipment of green onions last week.
CBP Officers from the Calexico Port of Entry uncover meth hidden in…
Legacies of Service: Border Patrol Agent James Epling
As Shaine Casas stood poised above the pool at the summer Olympics in Paris, it seems like a variety of events led him to this moment: Years of training at the highest level, becoming a U.S. and world champion, the days of sacrifice by his…
AMO aircrews conduct back-to-back mountain rescues
WASHINGTON — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Air and Marine Operations (AMO) A-Star aircrews in Arizona and Washington State recently assisted with two rescues in rugged mountain terrain on back-to-back days.
On September 29th…
CBP officers seize over $681K in narcotics at Hidalgo Port of Entry
HIDALGO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at Hidalgo Port of Entry seized more than $681,000 in narcotics in a single enforcement action.
“This is a significant seizure and reflects the dedication of our…
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