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CBP officers seize $67 million in illegal drugs at San Diego border ports, DHS says
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· August 18, 2026
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Key points The drugs seized include fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine, weighing a total of 553 pounds. A significant seizure of illegal drugs has been reported, with a total value of $67 million.
A significant seizure of illegal drugs has been reported, with a total value of $67 million. The drugs seized include fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine, weighing a total of 553 pounds. This seizure was the result of 144 smuggling attempts.
The seizure was made by CBP officers, according to the Department of Homeland Security. Further details about the seizure are available from the source.
The total value of the seized drugs and the number of smuggling attempts provide some insight into the scope of the seizure, but additional information can be found through the original report.
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Category: News Published: August 18, 2026 Source: FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News Reading time: 1 min
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