U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers intercepted over $2.1 million worth of narcotics at the Eagle Pass Port of Entry, marking a significant bust in the fight against drug trafficking. According to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the seizure included 162 pounds of alleged cocaine concealed in a tractor-trailer.
"This large cocaine seizure in the cargo environment reflects the reality of the drug threat our frontline officers face every day," said Port Director Pete Beattie of the Eagle Pass Port of Entry. He acknowledged the ongoing threats and the efforts made to counteract them. Officers used their training and advanced equipment to achieve success in this operation, as reported by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
The seizure occurred at the Camino Real International Bridge on Wednesday when U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers selected a tractor-trailer for a secondary inspection. They found 60 packages of alleged cocaine inside the vehicle. Homeland Security Investigations special agents are now handling the case and have begun a criminal investigation. The drug haul is valued at about $2,167,372, as stated by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
