Meth found in shipment of soda at Roma bridge

ROMA, Texas (ValleyCentral) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers on Monday seized $13 million worth of methamphetamine at the Roma Port of Entry hidden in a shipment of carbonated soft drinks.

The agency's news release said CBP officers at the bridge's cargo facility inspected a tractor-trailer entering the U.S. from Mexico.

CBP seizes over $13 million in methamphetamine at the Roma Port of Entry in a shipment of carbonated soft drinks. Photo courtesy USCBP Laredo.

Using non-intrusive inspection equipment and a K-9 team to conduct the inspection led to the discovery of 1,473.65 pounds of the drugs. The total estimated street value of the meth is $13,173,615.

"This large seizure of methamphetamine illustrates the seriousness of the drug threat we face every day and the resolve of our frontline officers to utilize technology and experience to prevent this poison from entering our country," said Port Director Andres Guerra, Roma Port of Entry.

Following the seizure, officers seized the narcotics and vehicle, and Homeland Security Investigations special agents initiated a criminal investigation.