Preliminary data shows both U.S. Border Patrol apprehensions and total CBP encounters declined from October to November, making this the lowest number of encounters for the start of a fiscal year in history.

U.S. Border Patrol agents took down a suspected stash house operation on the afternoon of Dec 1, resulting in the arrest of 43 illegal aliens from various countries.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Laredo Port of Entry on Thanksgiving Day encountered and apprehended a male senior citizen wanted in Illinois on an outstanding felony warrant for a sex-related offense against a minor.

It is not a crime to carry more than $10,000, but it is a federal offense not to declare currency or monetary instruments totaling $10,000 or more.

The holiday travel season is traditionally one of the busiest times of the year, so U.S. Customs and Border Protection reminds travelers to prepare ahead of time.

Homeland Security Investigations special agents arrested the driver and initiated a criminal investigation.

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Recognized as a Top 25 Veteran Employer and a Top Military Spouse Employer, CBP offers programs like the Veterans Support Program, which helps veterans and their families navigate benefits, access resources, and receive support during challenging times.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry encountered a man wanted on an outstanding felony warrant for a sex-related offense against a child.

“The smuggling of exotic pets has been on the rise in our area.”, said Port Director Carlos Rodriguez.

The seizure occurred on Oct. 29, at the Camino Real International Bridge.

On Oct 14, CBP officers at the Hidalgo International Bridge encountered a silver Mitsubishi SUV attempting to make entry to the U.S. from Mexico.

The National Crime Information Center is a centralized automated database designed to share information among law enforcement agencies including outstanding warrants for a wide range of offenses.

Earlier this month, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at the Hidalgo Port of Entry recently seized more than $1 million in unreported currency and a trove of weapons.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Laredo Port of Entry seized cocaine valued at more than $4.4 million hidden within a tractor trailer.

The seizure occurred on Sept. 22 at the Del Rio International Bridge.

The narcotics seized in all four seizures had a combined street value of $3,724,377.