Border Patrol Agents Seize 270 Bundles of Marijuana

Tucson, Ariz. – Border Patrol agents assigned to the Tucson Sector, a component of the Joint Field Command-Arizona, seized nearly 1,800 pounds of marijuana, valued at approximately $890,500, in two separate incidents yesterday.

Willcox agents patrolling near Huachuca City stopped a pickup truck on Highway 90 carrying 231 pounds of marijuana hidden in a custom compartment within the truck’s bed. The discovery was made possible with the help of a service canine. Two individuals were arrested in conjunction with the seizure, valued at $115,500, and now face federal prosecution for narcotics smuggling.

Casa Grande agents discovered an abandoned pickup truck with a hard-shell camper near Stanfield, Ariz. Inside the camper, agents found just over 1,550 pounds of marijuana valued at $775,000. The drugs will be turned over to the Drug Enforcement Administration.

By using a combination of specialized enforcement techniques, proven technology and service canines, Border Patrol agents are better equipped to secure the border and improve safety and the quality of life in Arizona’s communities.

Customs and Border Protection welcomes assistance from the community. Citizens can report suspicious activity to the Border Patrol by calling (1-877) 872-7435 toll free. All calls will be answered and remain anonymous.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and between the official ports of entry. CBP is charged with keeping terrorists and terrorist weapons out of the country while enforcing hundreds of U.S. laws.