Feds Seize over 36 Pounds of Cocaine From Tractor in South Texas

Feds seize over 36 pounds of cocaine from tractor in South Texas

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized nearly $500,000 worth of cocaine hidden inside a tractor at the Veterans International Bridge, sparking a federal criminal investigation.

36 lbs of cocaine seized at Veterans International Bridge

BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Office of Field Operations officers seized alleged cocaine valued at more than $489,000 hidden within a tractor at the Veterans International Bridge during Valentine's Day, according to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The release states that a 1987 Kenworth tractor was referred to a [...]

Federal Officers in Texas Seize 13,800 Lethal Doses of Cocaine Hidden Within a 1987 Kenworth Tractor

Customs and Border Protection, John Oliva/Caller-Times / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn ImagesU.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Texas recently intercepted a load of cocaine hidden within a 1987 Kenworth tractor. The drug seizure occurred on Valentine’s Day at the Veterans International Bridge cargo lot in Brownsville, Texas. The CBP Office of Field Operations officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry discovered the cocaine after …

US CBP officers at World Trade Bridge seize over $6.8 million in cocaine, enough for more than 190,000 lethal doses

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Laredo Port of Entry seized cocaine that totaled over $6,800,000 in street value. “This substantial cocaine seizure at the World Trade Bridge highlights the steadfast dedication of our officers in safeguarding our borders and communities from the threat of illicit drug trafficking,” said Port Director Alberto… Source

CBP's inspection of big rig finds nearly half-million dollars worth of cocaine in Texas

BROWNSVILLE, Texas — A stash of what was believed to be cocaine was seized recently by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) agents recently. According to a news releases, CBP officers at the Veterans International Bridge cargo lot intercepted a load of alleged cocaine valued at $489,226 hidden within a 1987 Kenworth semi truck. “We must maintain our vigilance regardless of the mode of transportation and our officers’ efforts led to this signific…