Semi truck denied entry at border for “invasive” beetle found in cargo
A semi truck was denied entry into the US last week after agents discovered an invasive beetle hiding within the truck’s cargo.
The incident happened on July 18th at the Roma Port of Entry in Roma, Texas.
The beetle was found while agents were inspecting the truck’s load of maguey leaves, a plant that is part of the agave family. The tractor trailer was then...