Written by WASHINGTON—U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is pleased to announce a formal partnership with Safe Skies LLC under the Donations Acceptance Program. Through this partnership, Safe Skies LLC will provide Safe Skies Made in the USA TSA Universal Master Tools and ongoing training to CBP officers at ports of entry. These tools are designed to […]
CINCINNATI— U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Laboratories and Scientific Services (LSS) opened a Forward Operating Laboratory (FOL) in Cincinnati on November 12 that brings responsive and timely scientific support to CBP’s mission. FOLs are co-located at strategically chosen ports of entry to achieve an operator-focused, field-forward posture. The FOL operates under the concept […]
LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers assigned to the World Trade Bridge seized marijuana that totaled over $804,000 in street value. “CBP is proud of the work our frontline officers do to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our communities,” said Port Director Alberto Flores, Laredo Port of Entry. “This […]
PROGRESO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Progreso Port of Entry seized 35 pounds of cocaine hidden within a northbound vehicle. “Our frontline officers continue to work diligently to safeguard our communities through narcotic interdiction coupled with the effective use of technology,” said Port Director Walter Weaver, Progreso Port […]
As the largest information technology (IT) organization within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), CBP’s Office of Information and Technology (OIT) is integral in protecting and supporting national security and enabling our personnel to carry out their mission amidst ever-changing requirements. CBP blocks approximately 100 million network cyber attempts each workday. These attacks are increasingly […]
BUFFALO, N.Y. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced today the start of an innovative facial biometric test in select vehicle lanes at the Peace Bridge Port of Entry (POE) for travelers arriving in the United States. This enhanced process for international travel, known as Simplified Arrival-Vehicle Biometric, uses facial biometrics to automate the […]
STERLING, Va. – Cocao and Coca may sound similar, but what Customs and Border Protection officers at Washington Dulles International Airport found inside packages of hot chocolate was a poisonous powder instead of the advertised chocolatey confection. CBP officers discovered over 28 pounds of cocaine while inspecting hot chocolate base from Guatemala. CBP officers discovered […]
PHILADELPHIA – Within days of seizing 170 pounds of marijuana destined to the United Kingdom, Customs and Border Protection officers seized 343 more pounds of UK-bound marijuana at an international shipping service facility in Delaware County, Pa. One haul totaled 52 parcels with a combined weight of over 210 pounds. On November 6, CBP officers […]
PHILADELPHIA – A U.S. citizen who arrived from Spain on Halloween thought he could trick U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Philadelphia International Airport. But his trick failed and he certainly wasn’t happy with the treat he received. This Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore selfwinding chronograph watch was among the purchases. CBP officers seized […]
HOUSTON – Telephone scammers are targeting residents nationwide to gain personal information that would bypass financial security protocols. Anyone receiving any type of call from someone claiming to be from U.S. Customs and Border Protection and seeking any type of personal information, should just hang up. U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees are continuing to […]