TUBAC, Ariz. -- Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents working at the checkpoint on Interstate 19 Monday night seized nearly 30 pounds of methamphetamine.
A drug-sniffing dog alerted to a Mercury sedan driven by a female U.S. citizen, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials.
Agents discovered 27 packages of methamphetamine wrapped in clear packaging tape between the back seat and trunk of the car.
The drugs were valued at more than $460,000.
Agents arrested the driver and seized the vehicle.
Report suspicious activity to the Border Patrol by calling 1-877-872-7435 toll free. Callers can remain anonymous.
Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents discovered 27 packages of methamphetamine between the back seat and trunk of a Mercury sedan. By Jennifer Thomas
Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents discovered 27 packages of methamphetamine between the back seat and trunk of a Mercury sedan. By Jennifer Thomas
Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents discovered 27 packages of methamphetamine between the back seat and trunk of a Mercury sedan. By Jennifer Thomas
Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents discovered 27 packages of methamphetamine between the back seat and trunk of a Mercury sedan. By Jennifer Thomas
Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents discovered 27 packages of methamphetamine between the back seat and trunk of a Mercury sedan. By Jennifer Thomas