CBP Seizes Over $14 Million in Meth Hidden in Bell Pepper and Cucumber Shipment

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PHARR, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers intercepted more than $14 million worth of methamphetamine last week, concealed in a shipment of bell peppers and cucumbers.

The drug bust occurred on April 11 at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility, when a tractor-trailer entered the U.S. from Mexico with a shipment declared as produce. Officers referred the vehicle for secondary inspection, using non-intrusive imaging technology and canine units to examine the trailer.

During the inspection, officers discovered 300 packages hidden within the trailer. The packages contained a total of 1,635.56 pounds of methamphetamine, with an estimated street value of $14,620,900.

“Our CBP officers continue to use all tools and resources to safeguard our borders by preventing these harmful narcotics from reaching America’s streets,” said Port Director Carlos Rodriguez of the Hidalgo/Pharr/Anzalduas Port of Entry.

CBP seized both the narcotics and the tractor-trailer. Homeland Security Investigations has since launched a criminal investigation into the smuggling attempt.


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