Agents in Tucson Seize Marijuana Worth $940K, Recover Stolen Vehicle

Tucson, AZ. – Border Patrol agents assigned to the Tucson Sector, a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Joint Field Command-Arizona, seized more than 1,800 pounds of marijuana last night worth an estimated $939,500.

Casa Grande agents responded to detection technology in the West Desert, 10 miles south of Federal Route 42, and discovered tire tracks leading to an abandoned 2000 GMC Tahoe. Agents recovered 119 bundles of marijuana from inside the vehicle, which had been reported stolen to the Peoria Police Department on Oct. 23. The vehicle was turned over to the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office while the marijuana, weighing 1,879 pounds, was transported to the Casa Grande Station for processing.

Detection technology improves situational awareness for Border Patrol agents, allowing them to quickly detect and respond to transnational criminal activity. Enhancements in technology are helping agents secure the border and improve the safety and quality of life in Arizona’s communities.

Customs and Border Protection welcomes assistance from the community. Citizens can report suspicious activity to the Border Patrol by calling (877)-872-7435 toll free. All calls will be answered and remain anonymous.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and between the official ports of entry. CBP is charged with keeping terrorists and terrorist weapons out of the country while enforcing hundreds of U.S. laws.