US CBP officers seize more than $990K in cocaine at World Trade Bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Laredo Port of Entry seized alleged cocaine totaling more than $996,000 in street value. 

“The unwavering commitment and sharp instincts of our frontline CBP officers contributed to a remarkable seizure,” said Port Director Alberto Flores, Laredo Port of Entry. “This seizure speaks volumes about our CBP officers’ dedication to protecting our borders.”

The seizure occurred on Monday, July 14 at World Trade Bridge, when a CBP officer referred a 2015 tractor trailer hauling frozen raspberries for secondary inspection. Following a nonintrusive and physical inspection, CBP officers discovered 32 packages containing 74.6 pounds of alleged cocaine within the trailer’s batteries.

The narcotics have an estimated street value of $996,114.