PROGRESO, Texas—In a significant drug interdiction effort, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Progreso Port of Entry seized approximately 196 pounds of methamphetamine with an estimated street value of $1.8 million. The seizure, which occurred on August 22, underscores the ongoing commitment of CBP to prevent the smuggling of dangerous narcotics into the United States.
The enforcement action took place at the Progreso International Bridge when a CBP officer selected a vehicle for secondary inspection. The vehicle, driven by a 27-year-old male U.S. citizen, underwent a thorough examination, which included the use of a non-intrusive inspection system and CBP canines. During the inspection, officers discovered 108 packages containing the alleged methamphetamine hidden within the vehicle.
“Our frontline CBP officers remain vigilant in narcotic interdiction,” stated Walter Weaver, Port Director of the Progreso/Donna Port of Entry. “This seizure exemplifies their dedication to CBP’s border security mission and their commitment to keeping dangerous drugs from coming into the country and infiltrating our community’s streets.”
The narcotics, with an estimated street value of $1,804,208, and the vehicle were seized by CBP. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agents arrested the driver and have initiated a criminal investigation into the incident.
This seizure highlights the critical role CBP plays in protecting the nation’s borders from the flow of illicit drugs. The agency continues to work closely with other federal and local law enforcement partners to disrupt and dismantle drug trafficking networks operating in and around the border.–News Desk