by Over 9,800 pounds of drugs were intercepted by San Diego U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials in July, upending international drug trafficking networks and clearing an estimated $32 million worth of drugs from the streets.
According to officials, 132 instances resulted in the seizures, which included 6,677 pounds of methamphetamine, 2,852 pounds of cocaine, 326 pounds of fentanyl, and 27 pounds of heroin.
One of the biggest happened on July 28 at the San Ysidro Port of Entry when 487 pounds of cocaine were discovered concealed inside a section of a non-factory gas tank by investigators examining a commercial bus. After a computer-generated alert, a canine squad helped make the discovery.
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Precision targeting is critical to our success, said Sidney K. Aki, field director for CBP in San Diego. By using these strategies, we can remain ahead of the game and spot and dismantle criminal networks before they have a chance to cause more damage to our communities.
tried. failed. Captured. Taken into custody!On July 28, a B1/B2 Border Crosser was caught by @cbp officers from the #SanYsidroPOE trying to transport 487 pounds of cocaine concealed in a modified gas tank of a commercial bus.This is the appearance of vigilance!#CBPpic.twitter.com/EBU5iKIyEx #OFOProud
By reporting suspected activity to the agency online, the public is encouraged to assist CBP in its efforts.
