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CBP Seizes Grenade Launcher, Weapons at Nogales Crossing

4/23/2026

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Customs and Border Protection (CBP) uncovered a rocket-propelled grenade launcher and weapons hidden in a Lexus at Nogales border crossing.
The driver, a woman, faces smuggling charges.
The seizure included four rifles, 16 AK rifles, and weapon parts.
Timothy Courchaine, U.S. Attorney for Arizona, said cartels designated as foreign terrorist organizations by U.S. President Donald Trump pose violent threats.
CBP praised efforts to prevent weapons from reaching cartels in Mexico.

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Story summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) uncovered a rocket-propelled grenade launcher and weapons hidden in a Lexus at Nogales border crossing.
The driver, a woman, faces smuggling charges.
The seizure included four rifles, 16 AK rifles, and weapon parts.
Timothy Courchaine, U.S. Attorney for Arizona, said cartels designated as foreign terrorist organizations by U.S. President Donald Trump pose violent threats.
CBP praised efforts to prevent weapons from reaching cartels in Mexico.