U.S.-Mexico border agents at the Presidio Port of Entry confiscated 748 pounds of Mexican bologna and 280 containers of undeclared prescription medications.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents seized a massive haul of prohibited Mexican sausages inside a vehicle arriving from Mexico.U.S.-Mexico border agents at the Presidio Port of Entry confiscated 748 pounds of Mexican bologna.CBP officers also discovered more than 280 containers of undeclared prescription medications stashed inside the vehicle during an inspection on September 23.Among the substances found was tramadol, a Schedule IV-controlled substance under federal law.
These diseases could potentially harm livestock and disrupt the nation's agricultural economy.Per USDA regulations, CBP agriculture specialists destroyed the bologna.The driver was issued with a $1,000 fine.CBP officers also seized the conveyance and more than $7,600 in concealed currency, as well as the prescription medication found.'We stress that it is important that travelers educate themselves on what products are allowed to be legally entered from abroad.
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