CBP officers seize $875K in marijuana disguised as men’s overalls
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Baltimore made a significant seizure of $875,000 worth of marijuana on April 29th. The officers discovered over 200 pounds of marijuana hidden inside 155 vacuum-sealed packages that were disguised as men’s overalls. The drug-filled packages were destined for Belgium and were labeled as “brace overalls for men / heavy duty workwear bib.”
The street value of the marijuana in the U.S. is estimated to be around $875,000, but its worth could be two to three times higher in Europe depending on its potency. This incident highlights a growing trend of transnational criminal organizations attempting to export U.S.-based marijuana to lucrative markets in Europe and Africa, where high-quality weed can fetch substantial profits.
Jason Kropiewnicki, the acting area port director for the Area Port of Baltimore, emphasized the efforts of smugglers, including transnational criminal organizations, to generate revenue by illegally exporting bulk shipments of marijuana to global markets. The smuggling of marijuana overseas is a lucrative business for these criminal organizations, and CBP officers are vigilant in intercepting such illegal activities.
The investigation into this seizure is being conducted by special agents with Homeland Security Investigation’s Border Enforcement Security Task Force. CBP officers across different ports of entry in the U.S. seized an average of 1,571 pounds of drugs daily last year, underscoring the agency’s commitment to combating drug trafficking.
It is important to note that U.S. Customs and Border Protection did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment on this matter.
In conclusion, the seizure of marijuana disguised as men’s overalls by CBP officers in Baltimore highlights the ongoing battle against drug trafficking and the efforts to prevent illegal substances from reaching international markets. The diligence of law enforcement agencies in intercepting such shipments is crucial in safeguarding communities from the harmful effects of drug trafficking.
