Border Patrol Arrests Convicted Child Sex Offender Near Del Rio
U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Del Rio Sector arrested a Cuban man, with previous convictions for sex crimes involving children, for being illegally present in the United States.
Tractor-Trailer Catches Fire After Bypassing Falfurrias Checkpoint
Agents and troopers were able to open the locked trailer and rescue 39 suspected illegal aliens before the tractor and trailer were engulfed in flames.
CBP Enhances Border and Event Security for FIFA World Cup
The world comes to America – and Canada and Mexico – this summer, as the three countries host the FIFA World Cup.
CBP Officers Seize More Than $1.1M in Cocaine at the Progreso Port of Entry
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Progreso Port of Entry over Memorial Day weekend seized cocaine valued at more than $1.1 million in a single enforcement action.
U.S. Border Patrol Marks 102 Years of Defending America’s Borders
Since May 28, 1924, Border Patrol agents have stood watch on the front lines of national security.
CBP Officers Seize Over $455K in Hard Narcotics at Laredo Port of Entry
The seizure occurred on Friday, May 22, at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge, when a CBP officer referred a 75-year-old male U.S. citizen driving a 2011 Volvo XC60 for secondary inspection.
CBP Officers Seize More Than $692K in Cocaine at the Progreso Port of Entry
The seizure occurred on May 13 at the Progreso International Bridge.
U.S. Border Patrol Honors Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day
During the ceremony, all 161 names were read aloud followed by the somber ringing of a bell and a 21-gun salute.
CBP Officers Seize $604K in Cocaine at Hidalgo International Bridge
CBP officers seized the narcotics and vehicle. Homeland Security Investigations special agents arrested the driver and initiated a criminal investigation into the seizure.
More than $14 Million in Methamphetamine Seized
CBP officers seized the narcotics and vehicle. Homeland Security Investigations special agents initiated a criminal investigation.
Six Bodies Found in Rail Car Near Laredo
Officials said one victim found in a Union Pacific car was from Mexico and another was from Honduras. Five men and a woman are among the dead.
CBP Survivor Advocates Stand Alongside families of Fallen Colleagues
Each May, National Police Week brings together law enforcement agencies, families, and communities to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.
CBP Officers Seize More Than $8.1 million in Methamphetamine at Pharr International Bridge
The vehicle was referred to secondary inspection dock for further inspection utilizing nonintrusive inspection equipment and screening by canine team.
CBP Officers Seize More Than $1.1 Million in Cocaine at Pharr International Bridge
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility recently intercepted $1.1 million in suspected cocaine concealed in an empty trailer.
$1 Million in Cocaine Sized on Bus at Hidalgo International Bridge
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Hidalgo Port of Entry recently seized cocaine valued at more than $1 million hidden within a passenger bus.
CBP Officers Seize $605K in Cocaine at Pharr International Bridge
The seizure occurred on April 6 at the Pharr International Bridge when a CBP officer referred a Chrysler 200 for secondary inspection.
CBP Tracks Down Two Child Sex Crime Fugitives in Just 48 Hours
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.
Big Bend Border Wall on Hold
While the federal government hasn’t made a public statement about its plans, official maps show a “virtual wall” going through the region rather than a physical barrier.
CBP officers seize commercial quantity of insecticide at Juarez-Lincoln Bridge
Environmental Protection Agency and Homeland Security Investigations special agents initiated a criminal investigation into the seizure.
Two Wanted for Sex Crimes Apprehended by CBP in 48 Hours
Amid a steady flow of Spring break traffic, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers assigned to Progreso Port of Entry this weekend apprehended two individuals wanted on outstanding felony warrants for a variety of sex-related offenses.