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Change of Command set for Coast Guard Sector Detroit
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
Coast Guard Sector Detroit will undergo a change of command June 30 as Capt. Brad W. Kelly passes the torch to Capt. Richard P. Armstrong in a formal ceremony at the Grosse
Coast Guard transfers 20 people to Bahamas
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
Coast Guard crews transferred 20 people to the Bahamas over four days, with these encounters coming from two separate voyages, originating from the Bahamas.
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Blackfin holds change-of-command ceremony
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
Lt. j.g. James Morrison III relieved Lt. Christina Sandstedt as commanding officer of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Blackfin during a change-of-command ceremony Thursday in Santa Barbara, California.
Coast Guard transfers 14 migrants, one deceased person to Bahamas
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Legare transferred 14 migrants and one deceased person to the Bahamas following the interdiction of a migrant venture in Bahamian waters, Tuesday.
Agenda Announced for CBP’s Inaugural Green Trade Innovation and Incentives Forum
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced the agenda and speakers for the inaugural Green Trade Innovation and Incentives Forum being held July 11 at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in Alexandria, Virginia.
CBP Officers Prevent Live Parrots from Being Smuggled into US
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers assigned to the San Ysidro port of entry, seized thirteen live yellow-headed parrots concealed in duffel bags inside a vehicle.
Laredo Sector Border Patrol Intercepted a Human Smuggling Attempt Using a Portable Barn
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents assigned to the Hebbronville Station intercepted a human smuggling attempt using a portable barn in Hebbronville, Texas.
Roberto Vaquero Takes Command as Director of CBP San Juan Field Operations
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
With the backdrop of the historic Castillo San Cristobal in Old San Juan, Roberto Vaquero assumed Command of the San Juan Office of Field Operations during a ceremony held Thursday morning.
CBP officers apprehend fugitive wanted for homicide at Hidalgo International Bridge
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations (OFO) at the Hidalgo International Bridge apprehended Luis Angel Castillo Francisco, a male Mexican citizen from San Luis Acatlan, Guerrero, Mexico wanted on an outstanding felony warrant for homicide.
U.S. Candidate Ian Saunders Elected Secretary General of the World Customs Organization
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
Ian Saunders, the United States’ candidate and currently Deputy Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration, was elected to become the next Secretary General of the World Customs Organization today in Brussels, Belgium.
Advisory committee recommends modernization, facilitation during public meeting
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
Last week, the Commercial Customs Operations Advisory Committee (COAC) held its quarterly public meeting June 14 and unanimously passed 24 recommendations to U.S. Customs and Border Protection —including 16 on the agency’s trade modernization efforts— marking a major milestone for the advisory committee.
Homicide Suspect Apprehended at Otay Mesa Port of Entry
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Otay Mesa Port of Entry apprehended a male subject with an outstanding warrant for homicide.
CBP Introduces Customs Broker Education Requirements
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced a new continuing education requirement for customs brokers, which will enhance compliant trade and protect against illicit trade entering U.S. commerce in an increasingly interconnected global trade environment.
Laredo CBP Officers Apprehend Fugitive Sought for Sexual Abuse
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Laredo Port of Entry, detained one male wanted for sexual assault of a child under the age of 14.
CBP continues to set global standard in fight against forced labor one year of Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act implementation
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
CBP continues to lead U.S. government efforts to eliminate goods from the supply chain made with forced labor from the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China (XUAR), one year after the agency began implementing the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act.
Two stash houses shut down at Laredo Sector
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jul 1, 2023
Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents assigned to Laredo South station shut down two stash houses in Laredo, Texas.
California women plead guilty to Iowa meth conspiracy following HSI investigation
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 30, 2023
Two women who conspired to distribute methamphetamine pleaded guilty in federal court in Sioux City on June 16 following a Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and law enforcement partner investigation.
Missouri man sentenced to 27 years for conspiracy to produce child sexual abuse material
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 30, 2023
A Blue Springs man who watched online as a 7-year-old girl was raped and sexually abused was sentenced in federal court June 22 for his role in a conspiracy to produce child sexual abuse material. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the Western Missouri Cybercrimes Task Force investigated the case.
ERO Boston removes fugitive wanted for murder in Brazil
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 30, 2023
Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston removed Jaconias Rosa Pereira, 51, to Brazil on June 23. Pereira, an unlawfully present citizen and national of Brazil was wanted for homicide there.
Missouri sex offender indicted for sexual exploitation of a child following HSI, partner investigation
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 30, 2023
A federal grand jury indicted a Bolivar man June 27 on charges related to the sexual exploitation of a child following a Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and law enforcement partner investigation.