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CBP officers seize $67 million in illegal drugs at San Diego border ports, DHS says
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· August 18, 2026
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Key points The haul included 553 pounds of fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine, with a total value of $67 million. This was the result of 144 smuggling attempts that were thwarted.
A significant seizure of illegal drugs was made by CBP officers. The haul included 553 pounds of fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine, with a total value of $67 million. This was the result of 144 smuggling attempts that were thwarted.
The seizure occurred in July, according to the Department of Homeland Security. Further details about the smuggling attempts and the seizure are available from the source.
The total value of the seized drugs highlights the scale of the smuggling operations that were disrupted. The source provides more information about the seizure and the efforts of CBP officers to prevent illegal drug smuggling.
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Published: August 18, 2026 ·
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