Border Patrol seizes nearly $10M in cocaine at San Clemente checkpoint

U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents seized more than 1,435 pounds of cocaine valued at approximately $9.8 million during two separate vehicle inspections at the San Clemente checkpoint last week, FOX 5 San Diego reported.

The seizures occurred during routine traffic stops at the Southern California checkpoint, highlighting ongoing efforts to intercept illegal drugs entering the region.

The San Clemente checkpoint is a key inspection point for vehicles traveling into Southern California, where agents conduct thorough inspections to prevent drug trafficking.

Officials did not release further details about the vehicles or individuals involved in the seizures, focusing on the significant amount of cocaine taken off the streets.

This operation reflects continued vigilance by Border Patrol in combating drug smuggling in the San Diego area and surrounding Southern California communities.