KBYG: To all the new and returning international students, remember to plan ahead, and have all the proper documentation before you start your new school year. #OFO #InternationalStudents #TravelTips

Another week, another moment to secure the border. #weeklywrapup   294 Arrests Seizures: -687 lbs. Cocaine -97 lbs. Fentanyl -1,179 lbs. Meth -565 Animal Products -363 Pests -$558,199 in Currency -3,390 Rounds of Ammo -12 Pistols -66 Vehicles -$1.5M of Merchandise

San Luis (AZ) CBP officers ended the month of August with a busy week! They seized 1,000 rounds of ammunition and over 285 pounds of hard narcotics in a series of interceptions. Learn more: go.dhs.gov/3FX

CBP officers work diligently to protect our communities daily. The proactive efforts the officers at Progreso Port of Entry contribute to community safety by apprehending two individuals wanted for serious sex-related offenses. #CBP #OFOProud ➡️ go.dhs.gov/3t5

Our commitment to ensuring the safety of our communities is unwavering. CBP officers at Laredo Port of Entry successfully apprehended a wanted individual with the help of collaborative efforts with fellow law enforcement agencies. #OFOProud ➡️ go.dhs.gov/3ta

Be proactive and “Start a Conversation” during #NationalPreparednessMonth. Learn how you can keep yourself, your loved ones, and your community safe in time of crisis. #BePrepared ➡️ go.dhs.gov/3tv

In just 24 hours, San Luis CBP officers stopped 2 separate narcotic smuggling attempts: - 16,200 blue fentanyl pills taped to a 16 year old US citizen - 54,000 blue fentanyl pills & 9lbs of of meth hidden in the tires of a vehicle #OFOProud ➡️ go.dhs.gov/3vQ

We remember the life and sacrifice of CBPO John Zykas, who died in the line of duty on September 8, 2010 while serving Otay Mesa Port of Entry Director of Field Operations Sidney Aki. We thank him for his 35 years of service and our hearts are with his loved ones. #LODD #GoneButNotForgotten

Looking for where the summer went #weekendrecap 107 Arrests Seizures: -854 lbs. Cocaine -235 lbs. Fentanyl -821 lbs. Meth -$165,821 in Currency -2,944 Rounds of Ammo -5 Pistols -1 Shotgun -31 Vehicles -$898,407 of Merchandise

#ICYMI: In May, USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service published a final rule amending its Agricultural Quarantine & Inspection (AQI) program user fee regulations. APHIS reminds stakeholders the new regulations & associated user structure will go into effect October 1, 2024. ➡️ go.dhs.gov/Ukp

In August, Dulles CBP officers seized a combined $90K in unreported currency from five separate travelers. CBP currency detector dog Fuzz, helped to detect unreported currency during 3 of the seizures. #OFOProud ➡️ go.dhs.gov/3vR

CBP's EMTs are critical first responders in emergency situations. Their life-saving skills have made incredible impacts on the lives of so many. In this video, hear some of the stories of our EMTs, including a CBP officer & CBP agriculture specialist. ➡️ ow.ly/cqZA50Tk6F3

Drug smugglers are no match for the CBP K9 teams! Excellent work last week by a Director of Field Operations Sidney Aki team that uncovered 130 POUNDS of meth hidden in the spare tire and gas tank of the vehicle.

Never forget… 23 years ago today, an act of terrorism took the lives of nearly 3,000 innocent people, altering the course of American history. We remember and honor those we lost on that fateful day. #NeverForget

One of the other most critical advancements following the attacks of 9/11 was the formation of the National Targeting Center. Today, NTC personnel paid tribute to those we lost and reaffirmed a promise to never let history repeat itself. #NeverForget #911

On this 23rd anniversary of 9/11, I was humbled and honored to speak at Identity Week which aims to be a significant industry catalyst for human identity via biometrics. Collaboration and support like this are vital so we never let history repeat itself. #NeverForget #OFOProud

This week, CBP announced that it is participating in a new program with Dept. of Agriculture & IATA to enable airlines to recycle single-use aluminum, paper, & plastic products used during int'l flights arriving in the US, aligning with CBP’s Green Trade Strategy. ➡️ go.dhs.gov/UkL

Let's come together to raise awareness for suicide prevention. Join the conversation and learn how you can #bethe1to ask, be there, keep them safe, and help them connect to support. Together, we can make a difference. #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth

Every effort contributes to our safety. #weeklywrapup #k9 271 Arrests Seizures: -1,234 lbs. Cocaine -443 lbs. Fentanyl -2,429 lbs. Meth -332 Pests -$324,875 in Currency -4,456 Rounds of Ammo -16 Pistols -2 Revolvers -1 Rifle -1 Shotgun -85 Vehicles -$2.8M of Merchandise

Incredible job by Laredo CBP officers who apprehended a man with 2 outstanding felony warrants for sexual assault of a child under 14. This is the kind of impactful work that highlights the importance of strong border security measures. #OFOProud ➡️ go.dhs.gov/UZP