Plus: TIA pushes back on broker transparency, FMCSA scraps speed limiter proposal, and federal agents seize 156 pounds of fentanyl, all this and more in today’s newsletter.
TIA warns that a proposed rate transparency rule would hurt small brokers, raise consumer prices, and jeopardize competitive freight markets.
FMCSA and NHTSA have withdrawn a long-standing speed limiter rule for heavy trucks, citing lack of safety justification and overwhelming opposition from drivers and small businesses.
Authorities intercepted 156 pounds of fentanyl and 44 pounds of meth in a tractor trailer, the largest fentanyl seizure in South Carolina history.
Federal and local law enforcement officials in South Carolina have seized the largest quantity of fentanyl ever recorded in South Carolina during a July 1 traffic stop involving a commercial semi truck.
“This isn’t just a drug bust; it’s a life-saving intervention on an unprecedented scale for our state.”
— U.S. Attorney Bryan Stirling
The bust followed a coordinated effort by:
The seizure occurred after two separate traffic stops in Lexington and Richland counties. Authorities believe the narcotics originated in Mexico and were en route for domestic distribution.
“The DEA and our partners are working hard day in and day out to protect our communities from the dangers associated with fentanyl.”
— Jae W. Chung, Acting Special Agent in Charge, DEA Atlanta Division
With fentanyl continuing to drive overdose deaths nationwide, the use of commercial vehicles for trafficking highlights the challenges facing law enforcement and the freight industry alike.
“This should send a strong message to criminals that we are all working together to combat illegal drugs.”
— Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon
Source: CDLLIFE
Federal agents seized 700 pounds of methamphetamine hidden in a semi truck of cucumbers at a Georgia warehouse; two individuals face federal drug charges.
A Canadian trucker caught with 300 pounds of cocaine, while CBP seized $503K worth at the Pharr Bridge. Law enforcement is cracking down on the war on drugs.
DEA seizes 2,380 lbs of meth in GA, their 3rd largest bust ever. Mexican Cartel hid them in celery shipment.
Trucker Javier Robledo Perez, 39, sentenced to 49 and 1/2 months in prison for transporting around 30 kilograms of cocaine across state lines.
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