LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents were busy visiting area schools for the annual 2021 Red Ribbon Week. Red Ribbon Week is a proactive effort to educate the youth about the dangers of drugs and to grow up drug-free.
During Red Ribbon week from Oct. 21-29, agents from the Laredo Sector Border Patrol visited with area elementary schools where they conducted various presentations emphasizing the history of Drug Enforcement Administration Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena, a tribute to this fallen Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). According to the DEA, Red Ribbon Week is the nation’s largest and longest-running drug awareness and prevention program.
The students together with Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents recited the traditional Drug Free Pledge, “I pledge, to set a good example for myself and others, to respect my body and mind and SAY NO TO DRUGS. I pledge, to be a positive role model for my friends and family and always STAY DRUG FREE.”
Laredo Sector Border Patrol reminds you to stay away from drugs and report any suspicious activity to 1-800-343-1994.
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.