CBP seizes $880K in cocaine at the Pharr International Bridge

PHARR, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Nearly 66 pounds of cocaine were seized at the Pharr International Bridge on Friday, according to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

The drugs were hidden inside a tractor trailer which was also carrying broccoli.

CBP officers located the drugs after inspecting the trailer, revealing 28 packages of cocaine valued at $880,725.

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“Our frontline CBP officers continue to exercise resolute vigilance, utilize their training, experience, technology and the end result is this significant seizure of cocaine,” said Port Director Carlos Rodriguez.

The tractor and trailer were also seized.