U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials between Pharr International Bridge South Texas Mexico has found shipments of methamphetamine worth more than $14 million, hidden in a batch of vegetables.
Drugs found in cargo of Bell peppers and cucumbers when CBP officials were allocated to the International Bridge Cargo Facility on April 11 We’re from Mexico.
After checking the truck, a CBP official referred the 18-wheeled motorcycle for further inspection.
The secondary inspection involves physical inspection of the truck using non-invasive equipment and a canine team.
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CBP officials found more than $14 million worth of methamphetamine in a batch of bells and cucumbers on the southern Texas border. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection)
During the inspection, a team of officers found 300 packs of alleged methamphetamine, weighing about 1,635 pounds, hidden inside the trailer.
CBP Officials Catched the narcotics and vehicles, the investigation has been handed over to the Homeland Security Investigation (HSI).
“Our CBP officials continue to use all tools and resources to prevent these harmful narcotics from reaching U.S. streets to protect our borders,” said Carlos Rodriguez, the port director.
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Dozens of commercial trucks are waiting to cross the Pharr International Bridge in Pal, Texas. (Michael Gonzalez/Getty Image)
The bust is in CBP is confiscated According to the CBP’s March report, 650 pounds of fentanyl increased by 24% from February, which was shared on Monday.
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In March, seizures in cocaine, methamphetamine, heroin, fentanyl and marijuana nationwide increased by 47% since February.
Similarly, in March, cocaine seizures increased by 32%, and methamphetamine seizures increased by 72% from February.
