The shipment of crystal methamphetamine was headed to Georgia
SAVANNAH, GA. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Port of Savannah recently seized over 700 pounds of methamphetamine in shipments destined for Georgia.
methamphetamine in metal containers
On August 11, CBP officer’s detected anomalies during a non-intrusive examination of a shipping container of clay pots originating from Mexico. The shipment consisted of pallets of large and small clay pots. Upon closer inspection and drilling into the pots, officers discovered a white crystal like substance that field tested positive for methamphetamine. In total, 327 pounds of methamphetamine were found in the clay pots.
Then on September 10, CBP officers targeted a container of ceramic roofing tiles that also originated from Mexico. Upon closer inspection of 18 pallets of stacked roofing tiles, officers identified metal canisters full of a white crystal substance. A combined total of 49 metal canisters in the shipment of roofing tiles contained 402 pounds of methamphetamine.
“Drug Trafficking Organizations are relentless in their attempts to smuggle narcotics into the U.S.” said James S. Long, Acting Area Port Director Savannah. “These seizures highlight the hard work CBP officers do on a daily basis. Risk based targeting assessments, attention to detail, and identifying trends win the day.”
methamphetamine in clay pots
The 729 pounds of crystal methamphetamine intercepted by Savannah CBP officers before reaching the streets of Georgia has an estimated value of $10 million. Department of Homeland Security Investigations continues this ongoing investigation.
CBP conducts operations at ports of entry throughout the United States, and regularly screens arriving international passengers and cargo for narcotics, weapons, and other restricted or prohibited products. CBP strives to serve as the premier law enforcement agency enhancing the Nation’s safety, security, and prosperity through collaboration, innovation, and integration.