LAREDO, Texas — In late December, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Office of Field Operations officers seized millions of dollars of hard narcotics from a tractor-trailer at the World Trade Bridge in Laredo.
According to a news release, on Dec. 21, a 2001 Freightliner tractor hauling a utility refrigerated trailer with cut flowers was asked to go through a second inspection by a CBP officer. A canine was brought in to inspect the trailer, where CBP discovered nearly 165 pounds of methamphetamine in powder foam, nearly 855 pounds of the same drug but in crystal form and 165 pounds of cocaine with the commodity.
The street value of the narcotics combined was almost $10.3 million.
“CBP is proud of the work our front-line officers do to ensure the safety and well-being of our communities,” said Port Director Alberto Flores of the Laredo Port of Entry. “This significant seizure is an example of ongoing operational efforts conducted daily to protect our borders.”
The seizure is being investigated by Homeland Security Investigations special agents.
Born and raised in Little Rock, AR, Erica N. Guy decided to stay in her hometown to begin her professional career in journalism. Since obtaining her bachelor’s degree from UAPB, Erica has professionally written for several publications about several topics ranging from lifestyle, tech, culture, and entertainment, just to name a few. Continuing her love for her hometown, she joined our team in June 2023, where she is currently a staff writer. Her career goals include continuing storytelling through her writing by being the best professional writer she can be. In her spare time, Erica enjoys trying new foods, cozying up with a good book, spending time with family and friends, and establishing herself as a future businesswoman.
