CBP Officers Seize More Than $1.7 Million in Cocaine at Del Rio Port of Entry

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

DEL RIO, Texas - U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at Del Rio Port of Entry recently seized more than $1.7 million in cocaine.

Seizure nets 129.67 pounds of cocaine.

“This significant seizure is a direct result of the unwavering vigilance and commitment of our CBP officers,” said Port Director Liliana Flores, Del Rio Port of Entry. “This is a clear example of how our investment in technology and training directly impacts our ability to secure the border and protect our communities.”

The seizure occurred on Aug. 4 at the Del Rio International Bridge when a CBP officer referred a 2013 Dodge Durango driven by a 29-year-old male United States citizen for secondary inspection. CBP officers conducted a secondary examination of the vehicle that included utilization of a nonintrusive inspection system. Upon a physical examination, CBP officers discovered 49 packages containing a total of 129.67 pounds of alleged cocaine hidden within the quarter panels of the vehicle. The cocaine had a combined estimated street value of $1,731,425.

CBP seized the narcotics. Homeland Security Investigations special agents have made one arrest and have initiated a criminal investigation.