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Massive Cocaine Bust at Laredo Port: 516 Pounds Seized

2/15/2026

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The Laredo Port of Entry seized 211 packages totaling 516.76 pounds of cocaine, about 190,000 lethal doses, valued at $6.8 million, on February 14, 2026.
The seizure followed port inspections.
Homeland Security Investigations is investigating the seizure.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Director Alberto Flores praised officers for vigilance.
A fugitive wanted for aggravated sexual assault of a child was apprehended at Juarez-Lincoln Bridge during Super Bowl weekend.

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The Laredo Port of Entry seized 211 packages totaling 516.76 pounds of cocaine, about 190,000 lethal doses, valued at $6.8 million, on February 14, 2026.
The seizure followed port inspections.
Homeland Security Investigations is investigating the seizure.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Director Alberto Flores praised officers for vigilance.
A fugitive wanted for aggravated sexual assault of a child was apprehended at Juarez-Lincoln Bridge during Super Bowl weekend.