El Centro Sector sees 500% increase in meth seizures within just two months
Border Patrol says fentanyl busts also rose dramatically
IMPERIAL, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) - The U.S. Border Patrol's El Centro Sector says over the past two months it has seen a startling spike in the narcotics seizures.
Agents say methamphetamine seizures climbed by a stunning 500% when compared to the same time period in 2019. They say they've seen an 85% jump in fentanyl busts.
U.S. Border Patrol Narcotics Seizure - FY 2021
| Drug | Seizure Size | Estimated Street Value |
|---|---|---|
| Methamphetamine | 509.12 lbs. | $1,145,520 |
| Fentanyl | 29.12 lbs. | $330,225 |
| Cocaine | 38.19 lbs. | no value provided |
| Heroin | 114.4 oz. | no value provided |
| Marijuana | 9.87 lbs. | no value provided |
Border Patrol says most of the significant seizures occurred at immigration checkpoints and along the U.S./Mexico border.
