Texas Border Patrol seizes nearly 64 pounds of cocaine on Easter Sunday
Packages containing nearly 64 pounds of cocaine seized by CBP officers at Hidalgo International Bridge.
HIDALGO, Texas - Border Patrol officers seized $850,000 in alleged cocaine at the Hidalgo International Bridge on Easter Sunday, officials say.
Nearly 64 pounds of cocaine
What we know:
On April 20, border patrol officers assigned to the Hidalgo International Bridge encountered a black GMC SUV making entry from Mexico to the United States.
An officer referred the vehicle for further inspection, which included utilizing non-intrusive inspection equipment and a canine team.
During a physical inspection of the vehicle, officers found 24 packages of alleged cocaine hidden in the vehicle that weighed 63.8 pounds.
The vehicle and narcotics were seized.
Homeland Security Investigations arrested the driver and a criminal investigation was initiated.
CBP OFO seized the narcotics and vehicle. Homeland Security Investigations arrested the driver and initiated a criminal investigation.
What we know:
Border patrol officials did not identify the person arrested. It is not known if that person is from the United States.
What they're saying:
"Our frontline CBP officers continue to maintain strict vigilance amid heavy traffic on holidays like Easter Sunday and that dedication and effective utilization of technology and experience resulted in this significant cocaine seizure," said Port Director Carlos Rodriguez, Hidalgo/Pharr/Anzalduas Port of Entry.
The Source: Information in this article is from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.