Special to the Advance BROWNSVILLE —U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers and agriculture specialists at the Gateway International Bridge intercepted a live spider monkey in a vehicle in a single enforcement action.“Our frontline CBP officers and agriculture specialists maintained their vigilance and encountered a live spider monkey hidden under a blanket,” said Port Director Tater Ortiz, Brownsville Port of Entry. “Some people may view these animals as pets, but they are protected species and CBP remains committed to preventing the spread of animal diseases and preventing the exploitation of protected animals.”The incident occurred on June 14 at Gateway International ...