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CBP finds nearly 1,600 pounds of meth in tomatillo shipment in San Diego

Customs and Border Protection officers in San Diego seized almost 1,600 pounds of methamphetamine hidden in a shipment of tomatillos.

Oct 19, 2026, 6:56 AM By the Genius Eye newsroom (City Reporter) · Fact-checkedHow we report

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Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in San Diego intercepted a shipment containing nearly 1,600 pounds of methamphetamine, according to thetrucker.com.

The meth was concealed within a shipment of tomatillos, a type of green fruit commonly used in Mexican cuisine.

This seizure highlights ongoing efforts by CBP to prevent illegal drug trafficking through San Diego's ports of entry.

Authorities continue to monitor shipments closely to detect and stop similar attempts in the future.

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thetrucker.com: CBP finds nearly 1 , 600 pounds of meth in tomatillo shipment

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