CBP officers seize significant cache of weapons, magazines at Laredo Port of Entry

LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations officers conducting outbound operations at Laredo Port of Entry recently seized a significant quantity of weapons and magazines.

“Significant outbound weapons seizures, like the one realized by our officers at Juarez-Lincoln Bridge, reflect the relentless dedication of our officers to upholding CBP’s border security mission and keeping our border communities safe,” said Port Director Alberto Flores, Laredo Port of Entry.

On Feb. 3, CBP officers assigned to the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge were conducting outbound operations when they selected a 2021 Chevy Corvette traveling to Mexico for inspection. The vehicle was referred for a nonintrusive inspection system scan and canine examination. Upon further physical inspection of the vehicle, CBP officers discovered 44 handguns, 79 magazines within the vehicle.

CBP officers seized the weapons, magazines and vehicle. Homeland Security Investigations special agents arrested the driver and initiated a criminal investigation into the seizure.

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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is America's frontline: the nation's largest law enforcement organization and the world's first unified border management agency. The 67,000+ men and women of CBP protect America on the ground, in the air, and on the seas. We enforce safe, lawful travel and trade and ensure our country's economic prosperity. We enhance the nation's security through innovation, intelligence, collaboration, and trust.

Source:https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/national-media-release/cbp-officers-seize-significant-cache-weapons-magazines-laredo-port

Published by Raphael Amorim