Uniformed personnel stood at attention May 16 as agents and officers escorted the families and loved ones of each of CBP’s fallen heroes honored this year at the CBP Valor Memorial and Wreath Laying Ceremony in the Woodrow Wilson Plaza outside CBP headquarters in Washington, D.C. The post CBP Honors 11 Heroes at Annual Valor…
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The U.S. Border Patrol is marking its centennial year with a series of public events in El Paso, Texas, to honor a century of dedication to protecting the nation’s borders. The post U.S. Border Patrol Celebrates 100th Anniversary appeared first on Hstoday. Read the full story ›
Since the beginning of 2024 fiscal year (October 1, 2023) to date, U.S. Customs and Border Protection CBP officers and agriculture specialists assigned to the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) International Mail Facility (IMF) in coordination with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) officials detained 4,227 animal and plant products for violating wildlife laws and regulations and international…
U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at Hidalgo/Pharr/Anzalduas Port of Entry recently seized more than $5.4 million in methamphetamine in a single enforcement action. The post CBP Officers Seize $5.4M in Methamphetamine at Pharr International Bridge appeared first on Hstoday. Read the full story ›
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers assigned to the Camino Real International Bridge apprehend a man wanted for felony warrant for a child sex offense. The post Eagle Pass Officers Capture Fugitive Wanted for Child Sex Offense appeared first on Hstoday. Read the full story ›
Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston apprehended a Mexican national who was convicted in Connecticut of two counts of vehicular manslaughter among other crimes. The post ERO Boston Apprehends Mexican National Convicted of Vehicular Manslaughter in Connecticut appeared first on Hstoday. Read the full story ›
The U.S. Border Patrol has launched an exciting new series titled “Edge of a Nation,” which offers an in-depth look at the relentless efforts of Border Patrol agents who work tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of the United States. The post New Series “Edge of a Nation” Highlights the Efforts of U.S. Border…
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The crew of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Mohawk (WMEC 913) made a significant contribution to the ongoing fight against drug trafficking by offloading more than 13,803 pounds of cocaine and 3,736 pounds of marijuana, valued at approximately $185 million, at Port Everglades last Friday. The post Coast Guard Offloads $185M in Illegal Narcotics During Miami…
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On May 9, 2024, four suspected wildlife smugglers were indicted by a federal grand jury in the District of Puerto Rico following their interdiction by Coast Guard and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) units. The post Coast Guard Apprehends 4 Men Indicted for Wildlife Smuggling Near Puerto Rico appeared first on Hstoday. Read the full…
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NPR’s interview with Ryan Riccucci, a 17-year veteran of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, offers a deep dive into his perspective on the agency’s mission. The post Veteran CBP Officer Ryan Riccucci Shares Insights on Agency’s Mission in Interview appeared first on Hstoday. Read the full story ›
