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Border Patrol Halts Narcotics Smuggling Attempt and Apprehends Illegal Aliens

Release Date
Thu, 08/27/2020

LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Border Patrol agents halted a narcotics smuggling attempt and apprehended several illegal aliens northwest of Laredo.

The incident occurred during the evening of August 26, when agents responded to several individuals carrying bundles at a ranch near Mines Road.  Agents apprehended four individuals and seized five bundles of marijuana. 

Packages containing 504 pounds of marijuana seized by Laredo Sector USBP agents.
Bundles containing 504 pounds of marijuana seized by
U.S. Border Patrol agents in Northwest Laredo.

The bundles had an approximate weight of 504.34 pounds with an estimated street value of $403,472.  The contraband and investigation into the case were subsequently turned over to Special Agents of the Drug Enforcement Administration. 

Even with the presence of the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. Border Patrol agents of the Laredo Sector continue to secure the Nation’s borders and prevent the smuggling of drugs.  The Laredo Sector is made up of agents who continue to meet the enduring mission priorities of the agency to counter terrorism, combat transnational crime, secure the border, facilitate lawful trade and travel while protecting revenue.

To report suspicious activity such as alien and/or drug smuggling, download the “USBP Laredo Sector” App or contact the Laredo Sector Border Patrol toll free at 1-800-343-1994.  You can also follow us on our social media platforms on Twitter and Instagram @usbpchieflrt and @usbpdepchieflrt and on Facebook at US Border Patrol Laredo Sector. 

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and between official ports of entry. CBP is charged with securing the borders of the United States while enforcing hundreds of laws and facilitating lawful trade and travel.

Last Modified: Feb 03, 2021