At the bustling San Ysidro Port of Entry, a joint operation led by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers, including members from the Task Force and Anti-Terrorism Contraband Enforcement Team, in conjunction with the San Diego Sheriff’s Office (SDSO) Border Crime Suppression Team, culminated in a significant confiscation of firearms and one arrest. This event, a coordinated effort to fortify our border from criminal infiltration, underscores law enforcement's vigilance.
Acting on actionable intelligence provided by the SDSO, officers intercepted a suspect vehicle—a silver Ford Explorer—on September 14. As a male subject attempted to cross into Mexico, the vehicle was stopped while maneuvering through the San Ysidro Port of Entry at approximately 8:25 PM. A trained K9, alert to the scent of currency and firearms, signaled to agents that something was concealed within the vehicle. A subsequent search revealed an arsenal: 12 firearms, including seven rifles, four Glock pistols, and a Ruger pistol, along with a cache of ammunition and assorted magazines hidden within the Explorer. CBP reported the driver, who was alone, was taken into custody without incident by SDSO deputies.
"The success of this operation highlights the importance of maintaining alliances within the law enforcement community," San Ysidro Port Director Mariza Marin stated, per the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. These efforts synergize, creating a united front against the scourge of cross-border crime, emphasizing the critical nature of shared intelligence and resources.
