In a significant bust highlighting ongoing efforts to secure the border, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers stationed at San Diego’s ports of entry intercepted illicit narcotics valued at over $67 million during July. These extensive seizures, part of the Trump administration’s intensified border security measures, involved the confiscation of a staggering 8,359 pounds of drugs across 144 separate smuggling attempts. The haul included 553 pounds of deadly fentanyl, 36 pounds of heroin, 2,572 pounds of cocaine, and a massive 5,077 pounds of methamphetamine. Adding to the gravity of the situation, one recent incident involved a 22-year-old Mexican national found with nearly $240,000 worth of fentanyl concealed within an electric moped at the San Ysidro Port of Entry, underscoring the innovative and dangerous methods employed by smugglers. These operations demonstrate the unwavering dedication and vigilance of CBP officers in safeguarding communities by preventing the flow of dangerous substances into the United States.
Adapted from: U.S. News Today on Fox News
