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Federal agents seize 137 pounds of liquid meth at Laredo port of entry
By Alex Cano at KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers seized more than 137 pounds of liquid methamphetamine at the Laredo port of entry.Officers referred two Mexican citizens to secondary inspection after they attempted to cross into the United States in a pickup truck. A vehicl...
Key takeaway Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers seized more than 137 pounds of liquid methamphetamine at the Laredo port of entry.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The seizure of 137 pounds of liquid methamphetamine at the Laredo port of entry is a significant blow to narcotics trafficking in the region. This interception is a testament to the vigilance of U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers, who used a combination of vehicle scans and physical searches to uncover the concealed drugs. The fact that the methamphetamine was hidden in the truck's gas tank suggests a level of sophistication and desperation among smugglers, who will stop at nothing to get their illicit cargo into the United States. As law enforcement continues to crack down on narcotics trafficking, residents of Laredo can expect to see more seizures like this one, which will help to disrupt the flow of drugs into the community and make the city a safer place. The charges that the two Mexican citizens could face will be closely watched, as they may provide insight into the scope of the smuggling operation.
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Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
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