U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 308 packages containing 3.5 million fentanyl pills weighing around 776 lbs.
a $21.1 million worth of fentanyl pills concealed within a shipment of green beans. / US Customs and Border ProtectionOfficers at the Otay Mesa port of entry seized 3.5 million fentanyl pills worth an estimated $21.1 million concealed within a shipment of green beans Monday, according to officials.
The 48-year-old suspect attempted to drive the tractor trailer filled with the green beans through the port but was stopped and failed an initial inspection. That's when a CBP narcotic detector dog was brought in and discovered the illegal drugs, officials said."CBP recognizes our officers’ exceptional performance and applaud their continued efforts to protect and serve our communities," said Rosa Hernandez, Port Director for the Otay Mesa Cargo Facility.
The driver was detained for the alleged narcotic smuggling attempt and was turned over to the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.that I have read and agree
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