Border Patrol agents seize 67 pounds of cocaine at Highway 86 checkpoint
INDIO, Calif.,- Border Patrol agents assigned to the U.S. Border Patrol El Centro Sector arrested a Mexican national suspected of smuggling cocaine on Monday afternoon. On May 13, at 2:50 p.m., a…
Woman dies after fall from International Border Fence near Otay Mesa Port of Entry
On March 21, 2024, at approximately 10:27 p.m., the U.S. Border Patrol Tactical Communications Center reported via service radio that multiple individuals were approaching the secondary International Border Fence approximately 2.7 miles…
CBP uncovers almost 500 pounds of mango within vehicle; agriculture specialists issue $1,000 civil penalty at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge
LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers discovered almost 500 pounds of mango among other prohibited agriculture products in a single enforcement action at the Juarez-Lincoln bridge. “This significant amount…
CBP mueve barreras de cemento para facilitar el flujo de tráfico alrededor de proyecto de repavimentación del Puente Juárez-Lincoln
LAREDO, Texas– Para ayudar a facilitar mejor el flujo de tráfico en dirección norte en el Puente Juárez-Lincoln durante un proyecto de repavimentación en los carriles en dirección norte del lado de…
CBP moves cement barriers to facilitate traffic flow around resurfacing project at Juarez-Lincoln Bridge
LAREDO, Texas– To help better facilitate northbound traffic flow at Juarez-Lincoln Bridge during a resurfacing project in the northbound lanes on the Mexico side, CBP has relocated cement barriers to adjust the…
Laredo CBP officers apprehend man in possession of child sexual abuse material
LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry apprehended a male subject in possession of child [censored]ography. “Sex-related offenses against children can cause long-lasting adverse effects…
Eagle Pass CBP officers seize over S1.1M in methamphetamine in one enforcement action
EAGLE PASS, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at Eagle Pass Port of Entry seize over $1.1M in methamphetamine in one enforcement action. “CBP officers did an exceptional…
Too Good to Be True as CBP Seizes Multiple Counterfeit Products Valued at Over $100,000
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Rochester Port of Entry seized a variety of designer items for bearing counterfeit trademarks. Over the past month and a…
Laredo Sector Border Patrol announces the Youth of the Month Honorees for March
LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Sector Border Patrol announces the honorees for the Youth of the Month Program. The honorees for the month of March were announced during a ceremony at Staggs Academy…
CBP to implement 24-hour SENTRI Trusted Traveler Program vehicle and pedestrian processing lanes at Calexico West Port of Entry
CALEXICO, Calif. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials announced the permanent implementation of 24-hour operating hours of both the SENTRI Trusted Traveler Program vehicle lanes and pedestrian processing lanes at…
CBP, FDA Partner To Improve Supply Chain Traceability
PHILADELPHIA — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced a partnership with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to expand the focus of the Global Business Identifier (GBI) Test. The expanded…
Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Commissioner Troy Miller addresses 2024 Trade Summit
Good morning. How’s everyone doing? It’s great to be here with such a distinguished group of individuals as we all work together on our shared mission. As Susan stated, CBP and our partners…
Shreveport Global Entry event
NEW ORLEANS – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will be hosting a three-day Global Entry enrollment event in Shreveport for individuals who have been conditionally approved to complete the interview portion…
El Paso Sector Border Patrol warns about dangers of entering the canals
EL PASO, Texas – The U.S. Border Patrol El Paso Sector is warning people on both sides of the border about the dangers of entering the International Boundary and Water Commission canals…
Driver dies in crash following failure to yield and CBP deployment of vehicle immobilization device in Winterhaven, California
On March 8, 2024, at approximately 11:15 a.m., the U.S. Border Patrol El Centro Sector communications center broadcasted that a stolen vehicle, described as a white Dodge Caravan, was reportedly seen near…
CBP officers seize $114K in unreported currency at Brownsville Port of Entry
“This is the second outbound seizure of more than $100,000 in unreported currency in South Texas this week and reflects the vigilance and determination of our frontline officers to advance our border…
Air and Marine Operations and partners seize over 2 tons of cocaine near the British Virgin Islands
MIAMI – U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Air and Marine Operations worked with international partners to seize 4,294 pounds (1,948 kilograms) of cocaine on March 6 off the coast of the British Virgin Islands,…
CBP Releases February 2024 Monthly Update
WASHINGTON — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released operational statistics today for February 2024. CBP monthly reporting can be viewed on CBP’s Stats and Summaries webpage. “CBP continues to work with…
CBP officers seize $124K in unreported currency at Eagle Pass Port of Entry
“This seizure reflects the vigilant inspectional work of our frontline officers and their commitment to our border security mission,” said Port Director Pete Beattie, Eagle Pass Port of Entry. “Undeclared bulk cash…
U.S. Border Patrol seizes $395k worth of cocaine at checkpoint
INDIO, Calif., – El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents arrested a 20-year-old woman for the suspected smuggling of 34 pounds of cocaine on Tuesday evening. On March 19, at approximately 5:00 p.m.,…
Counterfeit Kansas City Chiefs, Royals, and Kansas Jayhawks Championship Rings worth $2.71M Intercepted by Cincinnati CBP
CINCINNATI– Collectors and fans clamor for championship rings of their favorite collegiate and pro sports team, with some paying top dollar for the real thing. Unfortunately, third party retailers are selling counterfeit…