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Border Patrol Seizes 130lbs Cocaine | Lafayette Louisiana News
A 29-year-old U.S. citizen was arrested after trying to smuggle nearly 130 pounds of cocaine—worth over $1.7 million—hidden in the quarter panels of a Dodge Durango at the Del Rio International Bridge. Customs officers detected the shipment through X-ray and physical inspection, leading to a major bust. Homeland Security Investigations took over the case, seizing all drugs and praising the border agents’ vigilance. The port director credited advanced tech and training for this success, underscoring the ongoing, high-stakes efforts to secure America’s borders. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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