BROWNSVILLE – U.S Customs and Border Protection officers at the Gateway International Bridge intercepted a load of alleged heroin and marijuana. CBP officers discovered the alleged narcotics, valued at approximately $69,539, hidden within 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
“Our officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry did an outstanding job in carrying out our CBP mission of protecting our borders from illegal narcotics,” said Port Director Tater Ortiz, Brownsville Port of Entry. “Our officers take their responsibility very seriously and remain vigilant day in and day out.”
The seizure took place on Thursday, Apr. 23, at the Gateway International Bridge when a 47-year-old male ...