Director of Field Operations Chicago

Not all hidden contraband is what you might expect. 🛑📦

CBP officers recently intercepted a suspicious parcel manifested as an innocent "gift canteen box." During a thorough inspection, officers noticed a hollow wooden base. Utilizing x-ray imaging and physical examination, they cracked open the compartment to reveal a disturbing cargo: multiple sets of sharp cockfighting blades, gaff sheaths, and ankle straps hidden inside.

Why stopping these shipments is critical:

1️⃣ Animal Cruelty: Cockfighting is brutal, inhumane, and strictly illegal across the entire United States under the Animal Welfare Act. 2️⃣ Illegal Gambling & Crime: These specialized accessories directly support underground, illicit gambling rings and related criminal networks.

CBP remains steadfast on the front lines, enforcing federal law, protecting animal welfare, and keeping illegal contraband out of our supply chain. 🛡️🇺🇸

#CBP #AnimalWelfare #BorderSecurity #FederalLaw #CombatAnimalCruelty #SupplyChainSecurity #ProtectAnimals

Spotted a deal on trendy squishies, novelty toys, or mystery countdown calendars online? Before you buy, it’s critical to know what you’re putting in your home and into your children's hands. 🛑🧸

The items listed here—including unbranded squishies, novelty balls, and unverified vegetable toys—represent shipments intercepted for failing to meet rigorous U.S. consumer product safety standards.

Why purchasing unverified, substandard toys is dangerous:

1️⃣ Toxic Chemical Exposure: Cheap plastics, foams, and squishy toys frequently evade safety testing and can contain dangerous levels of harmful chemicals, toxic plasticizers, or heavy metals.

2️⃣ Choking & Physical Hazards: Unregulated toys often lack proper durability testing, meaning small parts can easily detach, creating severe choking hazards for young children.

3️⃣ Lack of Safety Compliance: Without compliance with federal safety regulations (such as CPSC standards), there is zero guarantee that the materials used are safe for continuous handling, skin contact, or play.

Always know who you are buying from and look for trusted safety certifications. CBP remains on the front lines, protecting families and keeping unsafe, unauthorized products out of the U.S. supply chain. 🛡️🇺🇸

#CBP #ToySafety #ConsumerProtection #BorderSecurity #KnowWhatYouBuy #FamilySafety #ProductSafety

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A routine shipment inspection turned up a major narcotics haul at the Louisville, KY UPS Hub! 🛑📦

CBP officers selected a suspicious shipment manifested as "automotive suspension parts" traveling from Mexico en route to Brazil. Advanced x-ray screening and a detailed physical examination of two air suspension spring bags revealed a hidden white powdery substance.

Field testing confirmed the substance to be methamphetamine, weighing a massive 25.9 kilograms.

Thanks to the sharp eye and expertise of our front-line personnel, dangerous narcotics were successfully intercepted before reaching their destination. CBP remains dedicated to securing the supply chain and dismantling illicit trafficking networks. 🛡️🇺🇸

#CBP #BorderSecurity #LawEnforcement #NarcoticsSeizure #Louisville #SupplyChainSecurity

Today and every day, U.S. Customs and Border Protection honors the brave men and women who have worn the uniform of the U.S. Armed Forces. 🇺🇸

Across our agency, thousands of CBP personnel—from our Border Patrol agents and Air and Marine operators to our field operations officers and support staff—proudly continue their commitment to safeguarding our nation, transitioning their military service into front-line protection at our borders.

To all veterans across our workforce and across the country: Thank you for your dedication, sacrifice, and continued service to the American people. 🛡️✨

#VeteransDay #CBP #BorderSecurity #HonorTheBrave #ServiceToCountry #Veterans