HIDALGO — U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers at the Hidalgo International Bridge arrested a 54-year-old man, a legal permanent resident (LPR) Mexican citizen from Pharr, Texas in connection with a failed drug smuggling attempt of alleged methamphetamine worth $2,530,000.
“Just as smuggling organizations continue with their efforts of attempting to bring dangerous drugs into our country, our frontline officers counter those attempts through a steadfast commitment to keep our communities safe,” said Port Director Carlos Rodriguez, Port of Hidalgo/Pharr/Anzalduas.
The incident, which involved the male lawful permanent resident driving a silver 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, occurred ...