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CBP agents They extracted eight packages hidden in the tires. Four of the packages contained Nearly 54,000 blue fentanyl pills and the other four packages contained approximately 9 pounds of methamphetamineThe estimated value of all the narcotics is US$195,000.
Quickly, The drugs and the vehicle were confiscated by officers.As for the children he brought with him, one 11 and the other 9 years oldwere turned over to the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office. While the woman was referred to the Homeland Security Investigations Division of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The incredible discovery in the wheels of a van
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Statements from CBP officers
After the arrest, the port director of Saint Louis, Chris Leonconfirmed: “The seizures highlight how drug trafficking organisations exploit children as part of their business.” This practice, unfortunately, It is becoming more and more common.
Then, assured: “Our CBP officers remain vigilant on America’s front lines and dedicated to keeping these deadly drugs out of our communities.” They concluded by commenting that theirCharges will be brought against the woman and they will continue to investigate where these narcotics come from.
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