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CBP Officers Intercept Body Carrier and Seize $50K in Methamphetamine

Release Date
Mon, 04/12/2021

BROWNSVILLE, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville and Matamoros International Bridge intercepted a load of alleged methamphetamine. CBP officers discovered the narcotics, valued at approximately $50,970, hidden under the clothing of a woman attempting entry into the United States.

“Our officers used keen observation skills in conducting their inspections and were able to intercept these dangerous drugs and keep them from reaching the streets,” said (A) Port Director Bob Parker, Brownsville Port of Entry.

A package containing more than $50,000 in methamphetamine seized by CBP officers at Brownsville Port of Entry.
A package containing more than $50,000 in
methamphetamine seized by CBP officers at 
Brownsville Port of Entry.

The seizure took place on Saturday, Apr. 10, at Brownsville and Matamoros International Bridge when an 18-year-old female United States citizen who resides in Brownsville, Texas, attempted entry into the United States through the pedestrian lane and was referred to secondary.  While in the secondary inspection area, CBP officers discovered a package hidden under the woman’s clothing.  CBP officers removed the package, which contained a total of 2.54 pounds of alleged methamphetamine with an estimated street value of $50,970.

CBP officers seized the narcotics, arrested the traveler, and turned her over to the custody of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agents for further investigation.

Follow the Director of CBP’s Laredo Field Office on Twitter at @DFOLaredo, on Instagram at @dfolaredo and U.S. Customs and Border Protection at @CBPSouthTexas for breaking news, current events, human interest stories and photos.

 

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: Jun 22, 2023