California border officers confiscate $29 million in illicit drugs in April
Share this @internewscast.com

SAN DIEGO (Border Report) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers from the San Diego Officer of Field Operations seized more than 7,570 pounds of narcotics worth millions of dollars in April.

A CBP news release says the drugs were confiscated during 106 separate interdictions, and the haul of illicit drugs included 4,413 pounds of methamphetamine, 2,748 pounds of cocaine, 404 pounds of fentanyl and 5 pounds of heroin.

The drugs’ street value is an estimated $29 million, according to CBP.

Fome of the fentanyl pills seized by CBO officers
assigned to the San Diego field office. (Courtesy: CBP)

CBP said some of the narcotics were found in various locations including non-factory automobile compartments, a car battery, engine bay, spare tire, roof area and several other hidden locations.

“Our mission is rooted in protecting our borders, defending our nation, and upholding the safety of those we serve,” said Sidney K. Aki, CBP Director of Field Operations for San Diego. “By leveraging leading-edge technology and strengthening critical partnerships, we are significantly enhancing our ability to disrupt drug smuggling operations and prevent illicit narcotics from infiltrating our communities, reaffirming our unwavering commitment to public safety. These significant figures emphasize the success of our comprehensive strategies.”

The San Diego Office of Field Operations covers all the ports of entry between California and Mexico, including San Ysidro, Otay Mesa, Tecate, Andrade, Calexico East and West and the San Diego airport and seaport.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

Gov. Meyer Urges Compassion for the Bidens Following Cancer Diagnosis

() Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive” form…

Reporter Clarifies: Johnson’s Remarks on City Hires Not Race-Specific

() With the Department of Justice launching an investigation into the hiring…

Habba Reveals Criminal Accusation Against Representative McIver

Alina Habba, the interim U.S. attorney for the District of New Jersey,…

Cassie Ventura’s Mother Takes the Stand in Sean Combs’ Sex Trafficking Case

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site…

Local Transport Employees Discuss Effects of Trump Tariffs

SAVANNAH, Ga. () – While numerous consumers are experiencing the effects of…

107-Year-Old Man Achieves Lifelong Dream with Iowa High School Diploma

SAC COUNTY, Iowa — 107-year-old Orville Von Ehwegen received a high school…

Authorities seek third individual for questioning in connection to Harding Road fatality

AUGUSTA, Ga. () – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to…

Trump Administration Gives Go-Ahead for NY Offshore Wind Project: Hochul

The Trump administration will allow a major offshore wind project that will…

Biden’s Team Planned Cabinet Meetings, Used Various Camera Angles to Manage Mistakes: Book Report

Members of former President Biden’s White House staff scripted Cabinet meetings and…

Hannah Kobayashi Breaks Silence to Share Her Story After Disappearance

Editor’s Note: This article contains discussions of suicide. Reader discretion is advised.…

Will NFL Stars Compete in Olympic Flag Football?

(NEXSTAR) — While it’s still some years ahead until the Los Angeles-hosted…

Discover What’s Inside the GOP’s 1,116-Page ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

House Republicans cleared a major hurdle over the weekend in advancing a…