Nearly 200 pounds of cocaine found in passenger bus in San Ysidro
SAN YSIDRO, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) - A large amount of cocaine was found during at the San Ysidro Port of Entry during an investigation on September 13, according to Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Officers say a 51-year-old man was driving an empty commercial passenger bus looking to enter the United States from Mexico.
During secondary inspection, a K9 team alerted officers of illegal drugs in the back of the bus in the cargo hold.
A total of 70 packages were found containing 187.92 pounds of cocaine.
"Constant innovation is a cornerstone of CBP's strategy to improve efficiency and security," said Mariza Marin, Port Director of the San Ysidro Port of Entry.
