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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 seizures were made during the month of July. Further details about the smuggling attempts and the seizures are available from the Department of Homeland Security.
The total value of the seized drugs highlights the scale of the smuggling operations that were intercepted. The seizures were a notable success in disrupting the flow of illegal drugs.
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Category: News Published: August 18, 2026 Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) Reading time: 1 min
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