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U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers intercept over 2,300 pounds of marijuana in a commercial vehicle at the World Trade Bridge in Laredo, Texas.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers made a substantial seizure at the World Trade Bridge in Laredo, Texas. Let's break down the details of this major bust:
Vehicle Inspection CBP officers flagged a 2009 International tractor hauling a commercial shipment for secondary inspection.
Agency Response CBP seized the narcotics, tractor, and trailer. Both subjects were arrested and are under investigation by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agents.
Source: CBP
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