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More than $72M in meth seized by CBP officers in South Texas
By Joseph Rowe at FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in South Texas made a massive bust on June 19, seizing more than $72.3 million worth of methamphetamine hidden inside two separate cargo shipments.
Key takeaway Customs and Border Protection officers in South Texas made a massive bust on June 19, seizing more than $72.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The massive methamphetamine seizure in South Texas has significant implications for the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Southlake . As a major metropolitan hub, the region's proximity to the southern border makes it a critical transit point for illicit substances. The fact that U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers were able to intercept these cargo shipments suggests that law enforcement efforts are actively working to stem the flow of drugs into the region. However, the sheer value of the seized methamphetamine, over $72 million, indicates the scale of the problem and the ongoing threat to local communities. Southlake residents should be aware that the effects of this seizure will likely be felt locally, potentially impacting the availability and distribution of methamphetamine in the area, and ultimately influencing public safety efforts in the city and surrounding Tarrant County.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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