Federal authorities have announced a significant seizure at the Texas-Mexico border. A large quantity of cocaine was discovered in a vehicle. The amount found was substantial, weighing in at 130 pounds.
Further details about the incident are available from U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The seizure occurred at a port of entry in Del Rio.
The value of the seized cocaine is estimated to be over $1.7 million. A U.S. citizen was taken into custody in connection with the discovery.
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