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Key Events and Findings

• In the RGV Sector, DPS Agents in Pharr seized 9,440 lbs of marijuana concealed within cardboard

boxes inside of a 1999 Freightliner tractor trailer leaving a shipping warehouse and headed to a

residence. Each of the marijuana bundles had a marking of a difference color tape (black, red, and light

blue).

• In the RGV Sector, Cameron Co SO SIU investigators seized 211 lbs of marijuana wrapped in 81

bundles inside an air compressor at a shipping warehouse. There have been three similar seizures

since AUG 2010 of marijuana hidden inside an air compressor and/or propane-type tank.

• In the Laredo Sector, USBP at the IH-35 Checkpoint, Laredo, TX, seized 92.6 lbs of Methamphetamine

and 2.6 lbs of Black Tar Heroin concealed within a black suitcase in a blue 2009 Chevrolet Silverado

2500 pickup.

• Uvalde PD conducted a traffic stop on a black Chevrolet Silverado resulting in the seizure of a large

cache of weapons(various assault rifles and pistols) and ammo.

• Aggressive tactics by drug traffickers toward law enforcement in the RGV Sector has been increasing

over the last month, as evident by the increase in caltrop use and physical assaults, in conjunction with

arrests of armed individuals smuggling narcotics.

• On 30 APR 2011 Milton Alvarado Rojas, the police chief of Apodaca, a city in the northern Mexican

state of Nuevo Leon, and 10 of his bodyguards were kidnapped over the weekend by gunmen.

• Three hitmen traveling in a late model white Nissan Sentra attacked and killed Municipal Police

Commander, Francisco Javier Enriquez Montoy, 35, in Guadalajara, Jalisco.

• In Arizona, two Mexican Nationals pleaded guilty for their roles in a conspiracy to trade drugs and cash

for military-grade weapons – including a Stinger anti-aircraft missile – for use by the Sinaloa Cartel.


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Liberty

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Montgomery

Burleson

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Jim Hogg

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Leon

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Travis

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Houston

Angelina

Newton

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Tom Green

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Somervell

Hamilton

Kimble

Mason

Mills

San Saba

Blanco

Burnet

Lampasas

Johnson

Gillespie

Terrell

Llano

Coryell

Tarrant

Washington

Fayette

Lavaca

Colorado

Austin

Fort Bend

Brazoria

HarrisBastrop

Matagorda

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Wilson

Karnes

Caldwell

Gonzales

DeWitt

Waller

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Culberson

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TABLE OF

CONTENTS

TABLE OF

CONTENTS

El Paso Sector

p. 05-18

Marfa Sector

p. 19-28

Del Rio Sector

p. 29-38

Laredo Sector

p. 39-53Rio Grande

Valley Sector

p. 54-77

Coastal Bend

Sector

p. 78-93

Statewide Corridor Seizures

p. 91-96

Overall Assessment

p. 106-112

Sig. Mexico Events

p. 97-105

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Operation BORDER STAR 27 APR – 03 MAY 2011


EL PASO UNIFIED COMMAND SECTOR27 APR – 03 MAY 2011

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UNIFIED COMMAND MEMBERS

Horizon City PD

Ysleta Del Sur Tribal PD

El Paso ISD PD

University of Texas El Paso PD

El Paso Community College PD

El Paso Office of Emergency

Management

Texas Tech University PD

Texas Comptroller of Public

Accounts

Texas Attorney General, El Paso

Union Pacific Railroad PD

Texas Alcohic Beverage

Commission

El Paso County Constables

USBP CBP – OFOICE West TX HIDTAEPICTMFDPS TPWDUS Army, Ft. Bliss CIDEl Paso CO SOHudspeth CO SODona Ana CO SO (NM)Grant CO SO (NM)Hidalgo CO SO (NM)Luna CO SO (NM)Otero CO SO (NM)Anthony PDEl Paso PD

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El Paso SectorThe Unified Command provided the following reports:

Absconds 7

Bailouts 0

Criminal Arrests 82

Fugitive Arrests 40

Gang Related Criminal Arrests 3

Pursuits 1

Scouts/Decoys 0

Illegal Alien Apprehensions

IAs/Referrals 0

IAs/USBP 258

OTMs 12

OTM Countries

El Salvador 1Guatemala 2Honduras 3

Brazil 4France 1India 1

Contraband Seizures

Marijuana 1,674.88 lbs

Cocaine 5.8 lbs

Heroin 0.001

Methamphetamine 0.002

Currency $23,358.00

Other

Clonazepam (160 pills),

Hydrocodone (2 pills),

Vicodin (3 pills),

Cypionate (400mg),

Psilocybin (0.0005 kilos)

Weapons

Handgun(s) 0

Long Gun(s) 0

Explosive(s) 0

Vehicles Stolen / Recovered

Stolen 18

Recovered 2


El Paso SectorThe Unified Command statistics over the past 4 weeks:

$6,000

$45,254$40,771

$23,358

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$10,000

$15,000

$20,000

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Southbound Operations

On 28 APR 2011, the El Paso PD Auto

Theft Task Force recovered a stolen 2007

Honda 600 motorcycle while conducting

Southbound Operations at the Bridge of

the Americas (BOTA) POE.

Gang activity

Nasty Boys Texas Souljas Dope Ass Smokers (suspected)

Barrio Azteca Texas Syndicate Crip (suspected)

Six gang-related incidents were reported during this period involving seven arrests of members

from six different gangs. There were three criminal arrests and six fugitive arrests. The incidents

involved: Possession of Marijuana, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Assault, and Theft.

The Texas Syndicate originated in Folsom Prison in the early 70’s, and was started to protect native

Texans from being preyed upon by the Aryan Brotherhood and Mexican Mafia . The TS is mostly

composed of Hispanic members. Their main identifier is the “TS” mark. They will also use a 20 and 19 to

represent the 20th and 19th letters of the alphabet (TS). They are also known as the Syndicato Tejano.

Texas Syndicate members abide by a constitution requiring members to:

• Be a Texan

• Always remain a member

• Place the Texas Syndicate before anything else

• Understand that the Texas Syndicate is always in the right

• Wear the Texas Syndicate tattoo

• Never let a member down

• Respect other members

• Keep all gang information within the group

The El Paso PD’s gang database shows approximately 152 confirmed Texas Syndicate members in the El

Paso area.


On 01 MAY 2011, an El Paso THP Trooper observed

two vehicles traveling at a high rate of speed on IH-

10W in El Paso Co. The Trooper was able to stop one

of the vehicles. As the vehicle was slowing down to

stop, Troopers observed the occupants of the vehicle

throwing objects of the window, and were able to

recover approximately forty pills, two of which were

identified as ecstasy (MDMA). BARNABY CHAVEZ, a

passenger in the vehicle, admitted to being a SURENO

gang member, and was found to be a wanted fugitive

on an outstanding warrant for Robbery issued out of

Chavez, Barnaby

DOB: 03/07/1981

SURENO Gang Member

Chavez, Rudy Valentine

DOB: 02/14/1988

SURENO Gang Member

California. The State of California confirmed the warrant and extradition on the Chavez. RUDY CHAVEZ,

the driver and brother of BARNABY CHAVEZ, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance.

Gang activity (cont)

Additional informationOn 26 – 28 APR 2011, El Paso DPS CVE units participated in a joint operation with the TSA/US

Air Marshal Visible Intermodal Prevention and Response (VIPR) team at the Guadalupe

Mountains on US-62/180. During the operation, numerous vehicle inspections were conducted

by CVE, and related searches for explosives and contraband were performed by the VIPR team.



Additional information (cont)

59.75 lbs of marijuana

1996 GMC Jimmy

Concealment: Roof

CBP-OFO Officers at the Paso del Norte POE seized:

23 APR 2011

23 APR 2011


2001 Grand AM

Concealment: Firewall

26 APR 2011


1996 Chevy Blazer

Concealment: Roof, quarter panels,

center console, spare

tire, and door panels


CBP-OFO Officers seized:

Additional information


1998 Mercury Mystique

Concealment: Rear seats

23 APR 2011 – Santa Teresa POE


Body Concealment – inner thighs

26 APR 2011 – Fabens POE

On 03 MAY 2011, an El Paso THP Trooper conducted a traffic stop on a 2005 GMC

SUV on I-10 Westbound at milepost 68. The Trooper observed criminal indicators,

and consent to search was obtained. A USBP K-9 was utilized for a search with

negative results. During a physical search of the vehicle, an unloaded Browning

.40 cal handgun was discovered wrapped in a plastic bag hidden in the left rear

quarter panel of the vehicle. The driver admitted to placing the gun in the

concealment location, which was also found to have been reported stolen from

Ashville, AL. The driver, a resident alien, was arrested, and an immigration detainer

was placed on him by the USBP.




2010 Nissan Altima

Concealment: Fuel Tank

CBP-OFO Officers seized:

26 APR 2011 – Ysleta POE


1998 Toyota Camry

Concealment: Rear Quarter Panels

28 APR 2011 – Bridge of the Americas POE



On 14 APR 2011, the El Paso PD Bomb Squad responded to assist patrol

officers with two mortar rds which had been discovered on the side of a house

near Woodall St. The occupants were not aware of the items and did not

know where they came from.

On the same date, the El Paso PD Bomb Squad responded to

assist patrol officers with another discovery of military ordnance

in a small ravine at Album Park. The ordnance was located by

two boys walking in the park. The boys took the mortars to Jesus

Chapel School (across the street from Album Park) where the

staff secured the mortars in a room and notified the El Paso

Police Bomb Squad. These two mortars rds were identical to the

two mortar rds discovered earlier near the same location. The Ft.

Bliss 741st Explosive Ordnance Unit assisted with taking custody

of the ordnance.

The 81mm Mortar Illumination

rds that were determined to

be expended ordnance that

was reassembled and inert .

81mm Mortar Illumination rds

found at Woodall St.

81mm Mortar Illumination rds

from Album Park



On 30 APR 2011, an El Paso PD Officer observed a 1994 Forde Econoline Van disabled in traffic at

the intersection of Montwood and Yarbrough. The vehicle was reported stolen out of Apache, AZ, on

20 APR 2011. The officer placed the subject into custody and contacted the EPPD Auto Theft Task

Force (ATTF) who responded to the scene. The offender was subsequently booked into the El Paso

Co Detention Facility for Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle. The vehicle had a duplicated key

and had no damage to the ignition or door locks.

For the week ending 30 APR 2011, the Border Auto Theft Information Center (BATIC) received

3,642 inquiries/callers requesting information on suspicious vehicles. The BATIC Specialists

responded affirmatively to 56 of these calls with stolen vehicle information being forwarded to the

requesting officers. For the week, eight vehicles were returned back to the US with a property value

calculated at $69,975 USD.



On 02 MAY 2011, an El Paso THP Trooper stopped a vehicle towing a Carson trailer on IH-10E with

expired trailer registration. A further investigation revealed that the license plate displayed on the

trailer returned to a different make of trailer, and the VIN sticker had been removed, but was still

visible. A check of the trailer by VIN number revealed that the trailer was reported stolen in

California in MAR 2010. Confirmation was received through California and the trailer was seized.

Recovered Stolen Trailer Trailer VIN

On 26 APR 2011, El Paso DPS CID Agents recovered a stolen 2005

Volvo S60 valued at $13,875 USD. The vehicle’s information had been

presented by an individual to the Texas Division of Motor Vehicles office

in El Paso, who in turn contacted DPS CID for assistance. The Volvo

S60 was reported stolen through the El Paso PD on 20 APR 2011. An

investigation by El Paso DPS CID continues.

On 26 APR 2011, an El Paso THP Trooper conducted a traffic

stop on a 2002 Ford F-250 pickup. During the contact, the

Trooper alerted to indicators that the vehicle was stolen or

altered. The vehicle had been reported stolen through the El

Paso PD on 17 FEB 2008, and was valued at $16,275 USD.



On 26 APR 2011, an El Paso THP Trooper conducted a traffic stop on FM-258 in El Paso Co on a 2003

Ford F-250 pickup displaying Mexican registration. During the traffic stop the Trooper observed the driver

was using a replacement key for the vehicle instead of the factory original key, that the vehicle was

missing the key insert hole on the driver’s side door, and noted missing VIN digits on the gas cap barcode.

The vehicle also displayed a fictitious Mexican registration sticker. DPS CID was contacted for assistance,

and conducted additional inquiries on the component number on the vehicle airbag through BATIC, which

returned to a VIN number belonging to a 2002 Ford F-250. Further investigation revealed that the Ford

F-250 pickup had been reported stolen in El Paso Co in 2008.

Missing VIN digits on barcodeNon Factory Key

Door Key Lock Missing

On 26 APR 2011, El Paso CID Agents recovered four stolen vehicles from Mexico. The property

value of the vehicles recovered was set at $77,500 USD dollars.

The El Paso Sector experienced a increase in seizures of marijuana, cocaine, meth, heroin and currency

during this reporting period. There was a increase in stolen vehicles and a decrease in recovered stolen

vehicles. Of the total 1,674 lbs of marijuana seized, 568 lbs was seized at the Bridge of the Americas

(BOTA), 427 lbs at the Ysleta POE, 133 lbs at the Paso Del Norte POE, 62 lbs at the Stanton Street POE,

2 lbs at Fabens POE and 438 lbs in the Lordsburg area. There were 14 reported marijuana seizures

across the POEs and one cocaine seizure at the Ysleta POE of 2.63 kilos during this reporting period.

El Paso JOIC’s Sector Assessment


There has been a continuing trend in the use of colored packaging of marijuana seized in the El

Paso Sector. Concealment methods varied with the use of vehicle roofs, vehicle tires, fuel tanks,

vehicle seats and quarter panels, along with one body carry.

The El Paso PD reported 12 marijuana seizures totaling 38.95 lbs and seven cocaine seizures

totaling 0.0087 kilos. The El Paso Co SO reported four marijuana seizures totaling 2.91 lbs and

three cocaine seizures totaling 0.0105 kilos.

El Paso JOIC’s Sector Assessment (cont)

During this reporting period, 258 IAs were apprehended, which is exactly last week’s

number. The total reported IA apprehensions within the El Paso Sector from 05 JAN

through 03 MAY 2011 is 4,379, with 276 being Other Than Mexican (OTM).

From 4/13 – 4/19 (33 OTM Apprehensions)



Leading IA OTMs Jan 5 to date:

Guatemala 74

Honduras 38

El Salvador 38

Brazil 33

India 24

BRAZIL, 21

ELSAL, 14

GUATE, 14

HONDO, 8

PERU, 1

DR, 1

POLAND, 3

INDA, 5

KENYA, 2 FRANCE, 1

BRAZIL

ELSAL

GUATE

HONDO

PERU

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INDA

KENYA

FRANCE

OTM Apprehensions between Apr 13 - May 5


El Paso JOIC’s Sector Assessment

City-wide index crime continues to show a decrease by

8% compared to the same time frame last year. There

is a noted 1,200% increase (12) in murders, a 45%

increase (23) in sexual assaults, a 1% decrease (1) in

robberies, a 2% decrease (90) in assaults, a 5%

decrease (29) in burglary, a 11% decrease (495) in

larceny, a 24% decrease (141) in vehicle theft, and a

1% decrease (12) in vehicle burglary. (Provided by El

Paso PD)

Population of El Paso: 649,121 (2010 Census)

Population El Paso City and County 700,000

Population figures do not reflect the individual fleeing CD.

Juarez to El Paso due to the on going DOT Violence

Citywide (YTD through April 30th, 2011)

Offense 2010 2011 % Change

Murder 1 13 1,200%

Sexual Aslt 51 74 45%

Robbery 132 131 -1%

Aslt 3,675 3,585 -2%

Burglary 599 570 -5%

Larceny 4,378 3,883 -11%

Veh Theft 589 448 -24%

*Burg Vehicle 849 837 -1%

Total: 9,425 8,704 -8%

*** Crime Rate: 1,462 1,350 -8%

Murder, 1Sexual Aslt, 51

Robbery, 132

Aslt, 3,675

Burglary, 599

Larceny , 4,378

Veh Theft, 589

*Burg Vehicle , 849 Murder

Sexual Aslt

Robbery

Aslt

Burglary

Larceny

Veh Theft

*Burg Vehicle

City Wide for week ending April 30th, 2010

Murder, 13

Sexual Aslt, 74

Robbery, 131

Aslt, 3,585

Burglary, 570

Larceny , 3,883

Veh Theft, 448

*Burg Vehicle , 837

Murder

Sexual Aslt

Robbery

Aslt

Burglary

Larceny

Veh Theft

*Burg Vehicle

City Wide for week ending April 30th, 2011


H U D S P E T H

P E C O S

T E R R E L L

C U L B E R S O N

J E F F D A V I S

B R E W S T E R

R E E V E S

MARFA UNIFIED COMMAND SECTOR27 APR – 03 MAY 2011


Hudspeth CO SO Jeff Davis CO SO Pecos CO SO Presidio CO SO Reeves CO SO Terrell CO SO Alpine PD Fort Stockton PDPecos PD Presidio PD

USBP CBP - OFO ICE NPSWest TX HIDTATMFTPWDDPSBrewster CO SO Culberson CO SO

P R E S I D I O

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Marfa SectorThe Unified Command provided the following reports:

Absconds 0

Bailouts 0

Criminal Arrests 79

Fugitive Arrests 0


Pursuits 0

Scouts/Decoys 0


IAs/Referrals 0

IAs/USBP 36

OTMs 3

OTM CountriesAustralia 2

Honduras 1

Contraband Seizures


Cocaine 0.0 lbs

Heroin 0.0 lbs

Methamphetamine 2.22 lbs

Currency $109,576

Other

Hashish 0.272 lbs,

Xanax 4.5 pills,

Hydrocodone 229 pills,

Mushrooms 0.073 lbs,

Promethazine 12.02 lbs,

Clonazaepam 228 pills,

Vicodin 2 pills

Weapons

Handgun(s) 2

Long Gun(s) 2

Explosive(s) 0


Stolen 0

Recovered 0

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$4,427 $0 $0

$109,576

$0

$20,000

$40,000

$60,000

$80,000

$100,000

$120,000

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Marfa SectorThe Unified Command statistics over the past 4 weeks:

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DPS Air 119 supported the Texas Forest Service and local fire fighters on the Shirley Ranch fire south of Marfa. The fire was burning in rough terrain ranchland and threatening ranch

headquarters. The DPS Helicopter was flown to Fort Davis to support the Forest Service. The Aircrew then flew to the fire 20 miles south of Marfa and directed and coordinated firefighting ground crews until the fire was safely contained. DPS Air 119 mapped the fire and found that

the fire had burned 3,500 acres of ranchland.

Texas Wildfires


On 27 APR 2011, Alpine USBP Agents at the checkpoint on US-385

in Brewster Co, seized 1,592.4 lbs of marijuana and apprehended

two IAs in a 2005 Ford F-150. The subjects, vehicle, and marijuana

were turned over to the DEA.



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Marfa USBP Agents at the checkpoint on US-67 seized 255.2 lbs of

marijuana and apprehended one USC in a green 2004 Chevrolet

Silverado. The subject, vehicle, and marijuana were turned over to the

DEA.

Bundles inside of truck bed

After market compartmentsUnderside tampered withBundles in under carpet


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A Pecos Co SO Deputy conducted a traffic stop on IH-10

near Iraan, TX. A single female occupant was traveling

from Arizona to San Antonio. Deputies performed a

search of the vehicle, and the subject stated there was

$20,000 USD in a bag in the back seat. The Deputy also

found approximately $80,000 USD in other luggage in the

vehicle. Total amount seized was reported to be

$107,770.05 USD.

Note the “$” on LP Bracket

Presidio PD received a request for

assistance, from the OFO agents at the

POE in Presidio, TX. A female minor,

traveling in a taxi, had 2.20 lbs of Crystal

methamphetamine strapped to her body.

The USC minor was released to

the Presidio PD.Methamphetamine packages strapped

to abdomen with elastic bandage.

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Alpine USBP Agents seized 39.25 lbs of

marijuana and apprehended two USCs at the

checkpoint on US-385 in Brewster Co. The

subjects, marijuana, the vehicle, and all the

contents of the vehicle were turned over to DEA.

Marfa USBP Agents seized 221.55 lbs of

marijuana and apprehended three IAs

approximately 18 miles west of Marfa near highway

US-90 near the Ryan Ranch. One subject and the

marijuana were turned over to HSI and two

juveniles were processed for removal. The

marijuana backpacks were found in the vicinity of

the apprehended subjects.

Synthetic Marijuana labeled Zombie Killa in a foil

type Package, illegal mushrooms.

Zombie Killa

packaging with

granular

contents.

THP Troopers seized 0.022 lbs of synthetic marijuana and 0.013

lbs of mushrooms from a traffic stop. One subject was arrested.

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NASA Satellite photo collected by the UT Center for Space Research, shows Fort Davis on 27 FEB,

before the fires, and 16 APR, after the fires. (AKA Rock House Fire, 312,586 acres burned.)

Fort Davis/Presidio Counties Fort Davis/Presidio Counties

Texas Wildfires

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Marfa Unified Command Sector Assessment

Marijuana seizures are significantly up compared to last week. A total of 2,142.03 lbs of marijuana

was seized by the Unified Command in the Marfa Sector this week. The largest seizure of 1,592.4

lbs seized by Alpine USBP Agents. The second largest seizure was 255.2 lbs of marijuana seized

by Marfa USBP Agents. A single currency seizure of $109,576 USD was made. Weapon seizures

were up this week with ATF seizing four firearms. IA apprehensions were down across the area with

36 apprehended this week. A female minor Mexican citizen attempted to smuggle 2.2 lbs of

methamphetamine through the POE concealed on her person.

Trends this week indicate that light-to-medium duty Chevrolet and Ford pickups were utilized to

carry the bulk of the marijuana seized. Spare tires were also used to carry contraband, repeating

past methods. The first documented synthetic marijuana seizure occurred this week with a seizure

by THP units. The JOIC has published numerous bulletins on this drug over the past months, but

this is the first documented apprehension. Historically, on-person and in-body carry of narcotics

has repeatedly occurred at POEs. This week, OFO personnel made a significant seizure of an on-

body carry.

IA movement is occurring south of US-90 away from the grass fire area. It appears that IAs are

being picked up along US-90 and south of fire activity in Jeff Davis Co. Checkpoint seizures on

US-385, IH-10, and US-67 were very active. Southern Brewster Co was a major center for

trafficking this week.


V A L V E R D E

U V A L D E

R E A L

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K I N N E Y

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DEL RIO UNIFIED COMMAND SECTOR27 APR – 03 MAY 2011


Maverick CO SOReal CO SOVal Verde CO SOUvalde CO SOZavala CO SODel Rio PD38th Judicial District (Volunteer)Dimmit CO Constable (Volunteer)Edwards CO SO (Volunteer)Uvalde PD (Volunteer)

USBPCBP-OFO ICE-FNUSouth TX HIDTANPSUSCGTPWDTMFDPSDimmit CO SOKinney CO SO



Del Rio SectorThe Unified Command provided the following reports:

Absconds 9

Bailouts 5

Criminal Arrests 23

Fugitive Arrests 9


Pursuits 1

Scouts/Decoys 1


IAs/Referrals 2

IAs/USBP 334

OTMs 113

OTM Countries

Honduras 54

El Salvador 13

Guatemala 35

Nicaragua 8

Venezuela 1

Panama 2

Contraband Seizures

Marijuana 496.38 lbs

Cocaine 63.86 lbs

Heroin 0


Currency $150,000

Other --

Southbound

Weapons

Upper(s) 16 AR-15

Lower(s) 16 AR-15

Magazine(s) 974 AK-47 30-rd

Handgun(s) 1

Long Gun(s) 8

Ammunition 50

Weapons

Handgun(s) 4

Long Gun(s) 3

Ammunition 47


Stolen 0

Recovered 3


Del Rio SectorThe Unified Command statistics over the past 4 weeks:

$13,490

$0 $6,000

$150,000

$0

$20,000

$40,000

$60,000

$80,000

$100,000

$120,000

$140,000

$160,000

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3,739.88

1,640.04

4,337.69

496.380.00

500.00

1,000.00

1,500.00

2,000.00

2,500.00

3,000.00

3,500.00

4,000.00

4,500.00

5,000.00

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A Uvalde PD Officer working traffic patrol on the 400 block of W Main St. in

Uvalde, conducted a traffic stop on a black Chevrolet Silverado due to

defective vehicle equipment. The pickup had several boxes in the cargo bed

which were plainly labeled as containing a large amount of rifle magazines.

After a full inspection of the vehicle, it was found to contain (974) AK-47 30 rd

magazines, (2) large 9 mm magazines, (16) AR-15 upper receivers, (16)

AR-15 lower receivers with collapsible stocks, (1) full auto rifle, (5)

assorted assault rifles, (1) drum containing 19 live rounds of 7.62x39 mm,

(1) pouch with 5/20 live rounds, (5) .410 rounds, and 5.45x39 mm

ammunition. Three subjects were detained and the case was turned over to

the ATF for further investigation.

Taurus Judge


Gang activity

A Uvalde PD Officer performed a traffic stop on a

blue 1989 Ford Mustang in the 1100 Block of US-83

in Uvalde, TX. The Officer observed known gang

tattoos on the driver and questioned him. At first, the

driver denied gang involvement, then admitted to

having spent three years in TDCJ, where he

became a member of TANGO OREJON. The

subject further stated that, prior to incarceration, he

was a member of the MANIAC LATIN DISCIPLES.

The subject was released.

A Kinney Co SO Deputy performed a traffic stop on a 1999 GMC Sierra on US-277. The Deputy interviewed

the driver and observed numerous tattoos which the Deputy photographed. The subject stated that he was

attempting to cover prison tattoos. He further stated that he was originally in the MEXICAN MAFIA in Carrizo

Springs, TX, and that when he was in prison he associated with the TEXAS SYNDICATE. The subject also

stated that while he was in federal prison he joined MS-13 for his own safety. He said that the “Hecho en

Mexico” tattoo, located on his upper back, was a label from the TEXAS SYNDICATE when he associated with

them. The subject stated that he was no longer associated with the organizations.

“MM” –

Mexican Mafia

interlocking “M”

obscured by

later tribal

tattoos.



Hidden

compartment

under carpet

Misfit carpet and

accessories

Contraband

wrapped in

several layers

CBP-OFO Officers at the Eagle Pass POE Bridge #2 referred a 2007 Chevrolet

Cheyenne to secondary inspection. The vehicle was listed as having

transported cocaine. A K-9 alerted to the vehicle, and the ZBV (Backscatter

Van) revealed anomalies in the floorboard area. A non-factory compartment with

a trap door was found in the raised floor under the front seats. Cocaine

weighing 61.1 lbs was found in the compartment. The vehicle and cocaine

were turned over to DPS-CID. The investigation is ongoing.



USBP Agents working at the Del Rio POE with CBP-OFO Officers, inspected a gold 1995 Chevrolet

pickup. The service K-9 alerted to the rear of the vehicle. A search of the vehicle revealed 19

packages of marijuana concealed in the spare tire. A total of 104.59 lbs of marijuana was seized

along with the vehicle; the subject was turned over to ICE.

Tampering observed

on bolt and rim

Shirt used to

cover broken

ignition

A Dimmit Co Deputy Constable attempted to stop a

2004 Ford F-250 on SH-85. The vehicle began to

evade, initiating a pursuit. Shortly after, the subjects

bailed out and attempted to abscond. One subject was

apprehended. A registration check was completed on

the vehicle which revealed it to be stolen out of

Houston. The rear LP had been changed so as to avoid

detection. The vehicle was impounded; the IA was

processed. USBP Agents assisted in the recovery of the

IA and the vehicle.



USBP Agents at the Uvalde Checkpoint on US-90 referred a silver 2006 Toyota

Corolla to secondary inspection after the K-9 alerted to the trunk area of the vehicle.

In addition to the driver, there was one passenger in the vehicle; the vehicle was

registered to the passenger. In the center console, Agents found a small amount of

marijuana and paraphernalia. The marijuana totaled 0.02 lbs. In the trunk,

Agents found a .38 Special revolver and ten rds of ammo. The subjects, weapon,

ammo, drugs, and the vehicle were turned over to the Uvalde Co SO.

USBP Agents observed a 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage bearing TX plates traveling

eastbound on RR-337, one mile east of Camp Wood, Real Co. A stop was conducted.

After initial questions, the Agents observed that the driver was nervous and trying to

put his hand into his left pocket. For their safety, the Agents performed a Terry Frisk.

The subject then admitted to having drugs in his left pocket; after arresting the subject

and searching his pockets, Agents discovered 0.004 lbs of methamphetamine in a

glass vial. The subject stated that he was delivering the narcotics to an individual in

Leakey, TX. He also admitted to having a firearm in the car. A 9 mm pistol and 37

rds of ammo were found. The Real Co SO took custody of the subject, narcotics,

vehicle, and weapon.

A USBP Agent on SH-131 in Kinney Co observed a green 1999 Dodge 1500 traveling

on the highway. The Agent pulled in behind the vehicle for a registration check and

observed that the driver was running off the road and stopping/accelerating

abnormally. The Agent stopped the vehicle for an immigration inspection. A K-9 search

of the vehicle alerted to the rear doors. A search of the truck revealed 37 wrapped

packages of marijuana; total weight of the narcotics is 80.3 lbs. The two subjects,

the vehicle, and the marijuana were turned over to the DEA.


Texas wildfires last month resulted in at least $20.4 million in agricultural losses, the Texas AgriLife

Extension Service estimated. But the damage could be even steeper, since the service is still waiting for

more reports. Damage to the ranching industry represents the “largest portion of fire costs.” The damage

includes destruction of fences and agricultural buildings such as barns, livestock holding facilities and

other structures. Fires also have destroyed fences and buildings, burned grazing pastures and killed more

than 500 cattle, horses and sheep. (Photo 24 APR 2011)

Smoke from the Deaton Cole Fire(159,587 acres burned)

Spans Val Verde Co and Crockett Co




USBP Agents assisted DEA in executing search and arrest warrants at six residences in Crystal

City, TX. The DEA was the lead agency, and participating agencies included ICE, FBI, ATF, US

Marshals, Eagle Pass PD SWAT, DPS, and the Zavala Co SO. In total, 2.76 lbs of cocaine were

seized, along with $150,000, three rifles, two hand guns, ten vehicles, two businesses, and

three residences. Nine subjects were arrested. All subjects and items seized remain in the custody

of the DEA.

Del Rio Sector Unified Command Sector Assessment

There was a decrease in the amount of marijuana seized this reporting period. The total marijuana

seized was 496.38 lbs. There was an increase in the amount of cocaine seized, with 63.86 lbs this

reporting period. Most of the other categories remained the same or had slight increases.

There were two major incidents within the sector. The first incident in the sector occurred in Uvalde,

TX where three subjects and numerous weapons and weapon accessories were held pending an

investigation by the ATF. The investigation continues and additional information will be furnished at

the conclusion of the investigation.

The second incident concerned an ongoing investigation in the Crystal City/Zavala Co area. DEA

secured search and arrest warrants for subjects and locations in the region. A round-up was

conducted on 28 APR and involved numerous State, Local and Federal agencies. It resulted in the

seizure of $150,000, 2.76 lbs of cocaine, ten vehicles, three residences, and two businesses.


W E B B

J I MH O G G

D U V A L

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F R I O


LAREDO UNIFIED COMMAND SECTOR27 APR – 03 MAY 2011


Jim Hogg CO SOLa Salle CO SO Webb CO SO Zapata CO SO Dilley PD Laredo PDPearsall PD

CBP ICE TPWDTMFDPSDuval CO S O Frio CO SO



Laredo SectorThe Unified Command provided the following reports:

Absconds 10

Bailouts 7

Criminal Arrests 13

Fugitive Arrests 1


Pursuits 4

Scouts/Decoys 0


IAs/Referrals 36

IAs/USBP 932

OTMs 135

OTM Countries

Brazil 2

Colombia 1

Ecuador 3

El Salvador 16

Guatemala 41

Guyana 1

Honduras 58

India 7

Nicaragua 1

Peru 1

Russia 1

Sri Lanka 3

Contraband Seizures


Cocaine 59.27 lbs

Heroin 3.81 lbs


Currency $ 0.00

Other --

Weapons

Handgun(s) 2

Long Gun(s) 1

Magazine(s) 0


Stolen 6

Recovered 8


Laredo Sector

The Unified Command statistics over the past 4 weeks:

$243,693

$491,055

$0 $0$0

$100,000

$200,000

$300,000

$400,000

$500,000

$600,000

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5,001.34

2,722.30

3,131.42

1,952.20

0.00

1,000.00

2,000.00

3,000.00

4,000.00

5,000.00

6,000.00

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41.53

16.58

11.56

59.27

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40.00

50.00

60.00

70.00

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552

932

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Gang activity

On 23 APR 2011, Zapata Co SO Deputies responded to an

attempted robbery call in the 800 block of Villa Ave, Zapata, TX.

A complainant stated he had been threatened by three male

subjects demanding money. The subjects stated that they were

GULF CARTEL members. The complainant called the SO and

the subjects fled and were apprehended a few blocks away.

Deputies located a tactical vest with “CDG” on it. It is believed

these letters stand for CARTEL DEL GOLFO (GULF CARTEL).

All three subjects were arrested and remanded to Zapata Co

Jail.

Jose Everardo Esquivel

10/25/1990

Bobby Joe Green

10/09/1987

Franky Ivan Muniz

12/18/1988

ANALYST NOTE: Zapata is across Falcon Lake from Nueva Ciudad

Guerrero, Mexico, which is believed to be controlled by LOS ZETAS. In

the David Hartley death on Falcon Lake, it is believed that Los Zetas

suspected the Hartleys were scouts from the CARTEL DEL GOLFO due

to the Mexican license plates and northbound method of travel, and for

this reason it is believed, David Hartley was killed.



On 02 May, Webb Co SO Deputies, assisted by DPS CID, apprehended a HERMANOS DE

PISTOLEROS LATINOS (HPL) gang member from an apartment in the 1400 block of Hillside. The

subject was found to be in this country illegally and was turned over to USBP.

Antonio Uresti

12-11-1981



On 02 MAY 2011, Webb Co SO Deputies observed a green Ford Expedition with four men traveling

at a high rate of speed headed west on SH-359. The Deputies conducted a traffic stop leading to

the arrest of three men with connection to an aggravated kidnapping. Deputies charged ABRAHAM

LINARES, 21, ROMEO HINOJOSA JR., 47, and CARLOS OSVALDO ZAMBRANO, 25, with

aggravated kidnapping and engaging in organized criminal activity. ZAMBRANO faces an additional

charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Deputies discovered one of the individuals, a

21-year-old man, with injuries to his forehead. A .380-cal handgun alleged to have been used in the

offense was recovered from the vehicle. Reports state the unidentified man was kidnapped at

gunpoint from his residence in the San Carlos subdivision. The investigation is ongoing.

Romeo Hinojosa Jr.

01/05/1964

MEXICAN MAFIA Associate

Osvaldo Carlos Zambrano

05/24/1985

TEXAS SYNDICATE Member

Abraham Linares

08/03/1989

TEXAS SYNDICATE Member

Gulf Cartel- 3 Mexican Mafia-2 Hermanos de Pistoleros Latinos- 1

Texas Syndicate- 2

Laredo Sector reported totals of arrested gang members for this reporting period.



On 02 May 2011, USBP Laredo North Agents took custody of a male Mexican National, identified

as a MEXICAN MAFIA gang member. The subject was apprehended by the Laredo PD at the

intersection of San Enrique Street and Hidalgo Avenue. The subject’s prior order of deportation will

be reinstated and no criminal charges will be filed.

Southbound operations

On 03 MAY 2011, CBP/OFO Officers, along with USBP Agents working Outbound

"Operation Cooperation" at the Lincoln-Juarez Bridge POE II, initiated a secondary

inspection on a red 2000 Nissan Xterra SUV with CA plates driven by a male

Permanent Resident Alien. The Officers and agents seized a .22 cal Derringer

handgun with 77 rds of ammo. The subject, vehicle, and contraband were turned

over to ICE.

Raul JASSO-Trevino

05/15/1961


• On 27 APR 2011, on a 1997 blue Chevrolet Silverado, traveling on IH-35N. A search

revealed 11 bundles, totaling 27.5 lbs of cocaine, concealed within an after-market fire

wall. Both the driver and passenger were arrested, but the vehicle was not seized.

• On 28 APR 2011, on a 2011 Pontiac Sunfire. During the interview, several indicators of

criminal activity were observed. The search of the vehicle revealed 34 bundles of

marijuana weighing 41.70 lbs concealed within the quarter panel of the vehicle.

• On 30 APR 2011, on a 2005 Ford F-250, on SH-359E, near Hebbronville, TX. The vehicle

refused to stop and a pursuit ensued. The vehicle was later located abandoned. The

vehicle was reported stolen out of Harris Co, TX.


A THP Trooper initiated a traffic stop:

• On 29 APR 2011, on a 2003 Ford F-250 on SH-44 near Encinal, TX. The driver refused to

stop and a short pursuit ensued until vehicle went through a fence line. The Trooper

contacted USBP to search the ranch and Agents located the abandoned vehicle. The

vehicle was reported stolen out of San Antonio, TX.



• On 27 APR 2011, tracking a group at the Espada Ranch

along RR-1472 near Laredo, TX, seized 44.4 lbs of

abandoned marijuana. The marijuana was turned over to

DEA.

• On 29 APR 2011, working near

the Columbia Solidarity POE, in

Webb Co, TX, located several

large bundles of abandoned

marijuana weighing a total of

805.5 lbs. The contraband was

turned over to DEA.

• On 03 MAY 2011, working along SH-44 near Encinal, TX, recovered a stolen 1999

GMC Yukon SUV out of Dallas, TX, after its occupants bailed out and absconded

into the brush.


USBP Laredo West Agents:


• On 28 APR 2011, initiated a traffic stop on a silver 1998 Chevrolet 2500 pickup on

SH-16N, approximately 20 miles south of Hebbronville, TX. The vehicle veered off

the road and three subjects absconded into the brush. A large black duffle bag

containing eight bundles of marijuana weighing 34.8 lbs. The vehicle was seized,

and the contraband was turned over to DEA. (Hebbronville)

• On 28 APR 2011, tracking a group near Riverhill Drive,

Laredo, TX seized 307 lbs of abandoned marijuana. The

marijuana was turned over to DEA. (Laredo South)


USBP Agents:

• On 25 APR 2011, working at the IH-35 Checkpoint, initiated a secondary inspection

on a blue 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 pickup driven by a female with two male

passengers. The agents seized 92.6 lbs of methamphetamine and 2.6 lbs of

black tar heroin concealed within a black suitcase. All three subjects, contraband,

and the vehicle were turned over to DEA. (Laredo North)




On 29 APR 2011, TPWD Game Wardens

observed a flat bottom aluminum boat

operating in Texas Waters. As game

wardens approached, all subjects bailed

out and absconded. The vessel, motor,

and illegal fishing devices were seized.

• On 29 APR 2011, initiated a traffic stop on a green 1995 Chevrolet Suburban,

traveling on Espejo Molina, in Rio Bravo, TX. Nine occupants of the vehicle were

IAs. The driver was taken into custody and the nine subjects were turned over

to USBP. The vehicle was impounded.

• On 29 APR 2011, located a male subject on SH-359, in Webb Co. This subject had

an active warrant for Fail to Register as a Sex Offender. The subject was

remanded to Webb Co Jail.

On 29 APR 2011, USBP Laredo

North Agents working on Mines

Road spotted a group carrying

bundles. Agents seized 415.8

lbs of marijuana. Two male

subjects were arrested.

A Webb Co Deputy:



USBP Hebbronville Agents at the SH-359 Checkpoint:

• On 01 MAY 2011, seized 99.9 lbs of marijuana. The marijuana was concealed

within a secondary fuel tank, in the bed of a 2005 Dodge 2500 pickup. Agents also

seized a pistol, and a rifle. The vehicle, contraband, and two subjects were turned

over to DEA.

Edgar E. Sanchez

04/02/1971

Anabel Maroquin

10/18/1972

• On 01 MAY 2011, seized 203.1 lbs of marijuana from a black 2006 Chevrolet

Suburban. The marijuana was discovered in a false compartment located in the floor

of a 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. A male and female were arrested. The case was

referred to Jim Hogg Co SO for prosecution.

Jose O. Tristan

10/31/1979

Laura Lee Tristan

03/31/1978



• On 01 MAY 2011, seized 31.77 lbs of cocaine at the Gateway to Americas Bridge,

Laredo, TX. The cocaine was concealed within the rocker panels of a blue 2002

Ford Focus. No arrests were made. The vehicle was seized.

• On 02 MAY 2011, seized 2.75 lbs of methamphetamine and 1.21 lbs of heroin at

the Lincoln-Juarez Bridge (inbound), in Laredo, TX. The narcotics were concealed

within the tree of a horse saddle, located on a commercial bus. No arrests were

made.

CBP/OFO Officers :

Tree


• On 02 MAY 2011, recovered an abandoned black Lincoln Mark LT sedan on CR-3429, in

Frio Co. The vehicle was reported stolen out of Austin, TX. The vehicle was turned over

to Frio Co SO.

• On 02 MAY 2011, encountered a tan Ford F-250 and a maroon 2005 Dodge 2500 pickup,

in La Salle Co. As Agents approached the vehicles, and all occupants bailed out. Agents

apprehended three of the subjects. The Ford F-250 was reported stolen out of Iraan,

TX, and the Dodge 2500 was reported stolen out of San Antonio, TX. Both vehicles

were turned over to LaSalle Co SO.


USBP Cotulla Agents:

Reported 27-28 APR 2011: Duval Co LE and fire crews spent much

of the afternoon and evening battling two large brush fires. In Duval

Co, the fire was along FM-339, about five miles east of Realitos, TX,

between Benavides, TX, and Concepcion, TX. The Texas Forest Service reports

at least 200 acres were on fire at one time and several structures have burned.

Witnesses indicate a number of those structures may be houses. After the DPS

Aircrew arrived and surveyed the area, the firefighters were directed to critical

locations to contain the fire. Bulldozers were directed by air as to where fire

breaks needed to be cut. Brush trucks were directed to containment lines. In

Aransas Co, firefighters battled a smaller brush fire near FM-1069 and HWY-188,

which is about halfway between Rockport and Aransas Pass, west of the I-35

bypass.


Laredo Unified Command Sector Assessment

The Laredo Unified Command had a significant increase in Cocaine and Methamphetamine

seizures and a decrease in marijuana seized for this reporting period. For the second week in a

row, no currency was seized in the Laredo Sector. One of the most significant seizures was 92.6 lbs

of methamphetamine and 2.6 lbs of black tar heroin at the IH-35 Checkpoint near Laredo, TX.

Alien apprehensions increased by nearly 400; however, referrals from the Unified Command

dropped drastically, while reported OTMs remained roughly the same. This week’s OTMs included

one subject from Guyana, one Russian subject and three subjects from Sri Lanka.

Stolen vehicles dropped from seven to six, but stolen vehicles recovered increased from six to

eight. Most of the recoveries occurred in Frio Co and LaSalle Co.

The Laredo sector did receive an increase in reports related to gang members, with one incident

reported as a foiled kidnapping, thanks to the effort of Webb Co Deputies. Zapata Co Deputies

were able to apprehend three subjects claiming to be members of the Gulf Cartel.

Significant seizures this reporting period included an 805.5 lb seizure of marijuana by USBP Laredo

West Agents and 415.8 lbs of marijuana seized by USBP Laredo North Agents.


K E N E D YS T A R RH I D A L G O

W I L L A C Y

C A M E R O N

B R O O K S

RIO GRANDE VALLEY UNIFIED COMMAND SECTOR27 APR – 03 MAY 2011


Raymondville PDRio Grande City PDRoma PD San Benito PD San Juan PDWeslaco PDUniv of Texas-Pan American (UTPA) PD

USBPCBP – OFOICE USCG Starr CO HIDTADPSTPWD TMFCameron CO SOHidalgo CO SOKenedy CO SOStarr CO SOWillacy CO SOBrownsville PD Harlingen PD Hidalgo PD

La Grulla PD La Joya PDMercedes PDMission PD Palmview PDPenitas PD Pharr PDPort Isabel PD




Rio Grande Valley SectorThe Unified Command provided the following reports:

Absconds 7Bailouts 10Criminal Arrests 77Fugitive Arrests 1Gang Related Criminal Arrests 33Pursuits 7Scouts/Decoys 1


IAs/Referrals 21

IAs/USBP 703OTMs 402

OTM CountriesRomania 8

India 3

Contraband Seizures


Cocaine 75.85 lbs

Heroin 18.56 lbs


Currency $2,455.05

Other Ecstasy – 355 pills

WeaponsHandgun(s) 0Long Gun(s) 4

Explosive(s) 1


Stolen 1

Recovered 1


Rio Grande Valley SectorThe Unified Command provided the following reports:

381.02

78.57 20.76

75.85

0.00

50.00

100.00

150.00

200.00

250.00

300.00

350.00

400.00

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750

703

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$214,582

$87,124

$872,083

$2,455$0

$100,000

$200,000

$300,000

$400,000

$500,000

$600,000

$700,000

$800,000

$900,000

$1,000,000

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19,751.67

47,249.92

38,381.78

28,155.13

0.00

5,000.00

10,000.00

15,000.00

20,000.00

25,000.00

30,000.00

35,000.00

40,000.00

45,000.00

50,000.00

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Vallucos Texas Chicano Brotherhood Norteño 14

Mexican Mafia Texas Syndicate Po’ Boys

Loco Trece South Side Folk Latin Kings

Tango Blaster San Antonio Partido Revolucionario Mexicanos Tri City Bombers

Gang activity

The Hidalgo Co SO Gang Intelligence Unit reported 33 gang member arrests this reporting period.

These arrests were made by 13 different agencies in the RGV sector. The gang members were

arrested for offenses such as, parole violation, theft of property, driving while intoxicated,

possession of marijuana, aggravated assault, unlawful possession of firearm by a felon, intoxication

manslaughter with vehicle, robbery, aggravated sexual assault on child, burglary of vehicle, assault

on family member/impede breathing, terroristic threat, aggravated assault causing serious bodily

injury, burglary of habitation, possession of controlled substance, contempt child support, sexual

assault child, assault causes bodily injury, abandon/endanger child and graffiti. The arrestees have

gang affiliation with:

Two armed men forcibly entered a residence in Edinburg, TX

intending to rob the residents. Upon entering, the two assaulted the

residents. During the home invasion, the homeowner managed

to pull his weapon and shoot the two assailants. When Hidalgo

Co SO Deputies arrived, one assailant was found in the front yard

and another inside the home. The two men died of their wounds and

were later identified as brothers and members of the Vallucos gang.

A judge has ruled the shooting justifiable and the homeowner will

not be charged with the offense.


Additional Information

USBP Agents, assisted by DPS Air 108, pursued a vehicle near La Grulla that was throwing

homemade spikes (aka caltrops) at the pursuit vehicles traveling against traffic on US-83 before

turning south towards the Rio Grande. The vehicle was able to travel to the Rio Grande where

bundles were taken from the vehicle and loaded into a jon boat the returned to Mexico. The Aircrew

arrived at the river and observed a maroon F-250, a white pickup and green SUV parked on the

Mexican side, with a jon boat on the Mexican side on the bank and nearly 40 DTO members. USBP

advised the Government of Mexico and were notified that they were sending the Military to the

area. All vehicles left the Mexican side traveling south when Mexican Military attempted to

engage and reported caltrops thrown from the vehicles disabled some of the Mexican

Military vehicles. The Aircrew returned to the jon boats and observed the boats traveling down

river and met the original maroon Ford F-250 pickup. While DPS Air 108 was observing the jon

boat, another jon boat arrived at the same location. The first boat left traveling up river and met

other suspects. The Mexican Military in helicopter and ground units were guided to the location as

DPS Air 108 advised where the suspects were located. The Mexican Military then engaged the

suspects and a gun battle ensued with several suspects struck by Mexican Military fire. One

suspect was taken into custody. DPS Air 108 was able to make radio contact with the Mexican

Military Helicopter guiding the helicopter and ground units to the last known location of a suspect

hiding in the brush.

JOIC Note: This is an example of continued

communication and collaborative efforts of DPS

Aviation, USBP ground agents, USBP

International Liaison Unit and the Mexican

Military. The next two slides provide a photo

depiction of the event.


Additional Information

Analyst Note: The bundles in the back of the

SUV are similarly sized to those used

repeatedly in this area and associated with

the DTO that throws caltrops. From viewing

previous load incidents, it is believed that the

DTO has an exact package size and method

to pack certain vehicles. The DTO knows

exactly how many bundles it will take to fill

any specific vehicle.



Dead body on the river bank

Mexican soldiers looking

for suspects


Mexican helicopter arriving

Mexican soldiers




While on patrol, Starr Co SO Deputy observed several male subjects loading bundles into

a red Chevrolet Blazer. When the subjects spotted the patrol unit, they fled on foot toward

the Rio Grande. A Deputy secured the vehicle until back-up arrived. Inspection of the

vehicle revealed a total of 383.6 lbs of marijuana.

ANALYST NOTE: Note the size and shape

of the bundles are similar to those seen in

the pictures from DPS Aviation with the

Mexican Military seen previously in this

section. The only difference is that these

bundles are roped together. Also, there are

two types of packaging. This is a possible

indication that these drugs were brought

across the river loose and possibly stored at

a stash house in the area and bundled

together once a large enough stash was

accumulated.



• At the Brownsville B&M Bridge inspected an inbound 1996 Chevrolet Suburban occupied

by two Mexican males from Matamoros. A secondary inspection revealed 14.37 lbs of

cocaine concealed in the radiator of the vehicle. The passenger was arrested and the

driver is being held as a witness. The cocaine and the vehicle were seized.

• At the Hidalgo POE inspected an inbound 2008 Toyota RAV driven by a male Mexican

citizen. A secondary inspection revealed 18.56 lbs of heroin concealed in the floor

compartment just above the rear axle. The driver was arrested and the vehicle was

seized.

CBP Officers :



Cameron Co SO SIU investigators

received information of a

suspicious shipment. A K-9 alerted

to an air compressor that was

being shipped to St. Louis, MO,

and a search warrant was

obtained. Officers found 211 lbs of

marijuana wrapped in 81 bundles

inside the compressor.

CBP Officers detained one male subject and seized 355

ecstasy (MDMA) pills at the Brownsville Gateway Bridge. The

subject and the pills were turned over to Cameron Co SO for

state charges.

CBP Officers at the Hidalgo POE conducted a secondary inspection on a

vehicle entering the US. A female Mexican national who lives in Pharr, TX,

was found to be carrying 4.6 lbs of cocaine beneath a belly band wrapped

under her clothes. The suspect was supposed to get paid $3,500 dollars to

deliver the drugs to someone waiting for her at the El Tigre gas station at

South 10th Street and Dicker Road in Hidalgo. The suspect was arrested.

CBP Officers at the Brownsville B&M Bridge detained one male subject and seized 49 lbs of

marijuana. The subject and the marijuana were turned over to Cameron Co SO on state charges.



• An inbound Ford F-250 pickup with Mexican License

plates. The inspection revealed 24.7 lbs of cocaine

concealed the vehicle’s battery. The Mexican driver

was arrested and the vehicle seized.

• A 2001 Dodge Charger driven with Texas license plates by a female Mexican citizen.

A secondary inspection revealed 60.14 lbs of marijuana concealed inside the door

panels of the vehicle. The vehicle was seized.

CBP Officers at the Hidalgo POE inspected:




DPS Air 108 was flying along the Rio Grande in the Peñitas, TX,

area when the Aircrew spotted approximately 15 subjects on the

Mexican side with large bundles of marijuana. USBP Agents had

just pulled up across the river from the suspects and advised they

had just attempted to cross the contraband but changed plans. The

Aircrew made several orbits around the suspects and noticed the

bundles had "H" written on them. There were no vehicles spotted

near the suspects. The Mexican Military was notified of this traffic.

Subjects transporting bundles

Scout/Lookout



Starr Co SO Deputies, Investigators and ICE Agents proceeded to a residence in regards

to narcotics being sold out of the residence. Upon arrival, the Deputy smelled a strong

odor of marijuana. After receiving consent to search, an inspection revealed several bags

of marijuana, smaller quantities in baggies and $2,455.05 USD throughout the house. A

search of the vehicle on the premises revealed only marijuana residue. The vehicle was

seized. A male undocumented resident was arrested and 5.7 lbs of marijuana was

recovered.

Saints (including Santa Muerte)



Starr Co SO Deputies were advised by Roma PD that one of their officers was in pursuit of a red

Chevy 100 pickup. Deputies intercepted the vehicle and continued the pursuit until the truck hit a

USBP vehicle head on. Two subjects were arrested at the scene and 100 lbs of marijuana were

found in the truck and tool box. Deputies and HIDTA Agents then proceeded to a residence and

located an additional 200 lbs of marijuana. No serious injuries were reported regarding the

vehicle accident.

Starr Co SO Deputy responded to a residence in Rio Grande City in reference to a

bailout where a USBP Agent had responded. Upon the Agent’s arrival to the

residence, the Deputy observed a grey Ford Mustang vehicle being loaded with

narcotics, the suspects saw the agent and the passenger bailed out and fled on

foot. As the driver attempted to bail out, he left the vehicle in gear causing it to

strike the Agent’s vehicle. The driver was arrested and an unknown amount of

marijuana was recovered from the Mustang.

ANALYST NOTE: A diversion technique noted by RGV JOIC in the 22 APR 2011 BOSA indicates that suspects

are now leaving the vehicle in “drive” upon bailing out, thus the officer’s attention is turned to the vehicle in an

attempt to avoid a collision or injury to themselves or civilians while the occupants flee.



Hidalgo Co SO, assisted by DPS Air 108, pursued suspect who were reportedly

throwing firearms from a vehicle. The suspects bailed-out near the intersection of

Monte Cristo and FM-681 and fled on foot. The Aircrew arrived and began a search

utilizing the Wes Cam (FLIR) and located three suspects hiding in an orchard.

Hidalgo Co SO Deputies were guided to the location and arrested the three

suspects. A Deputy advised the suspects were believed to have been involved in

Armed Robbery. The guns were recovered.

During routine flight operations, DPS Air 108 aircrew was illuminated by a green

laser in the south Mission area, temporarily blinding the aircrew. The aircrew notified

Mission PD who quickly responded to the area where the laser was spotted. As the

Aircrew attempted to identify the residence, the aircrew was lasered again. The

Aircrew gave officers a description of one suspect who was apprehended. A

second subject was identified and also apprehended. Officers also recovered a green

laser from the residence. Both subjects were arrested and transported to Mission PD.

Hidalgo Co SO, assisted by DPS Air 108, conducted a search near

3 Mile Road and Brush Line Rd for subjects who bailed out of a

vehicle. HCSO units were in pursuit of a white stolen van that was

loaded with 255 lbs of marijuana. The single occupant operator

crashed his vehicle into an irrigation ditch while fleeing from deputies.

The suspect then bailed out and fled on foot northbound into a wooded

area. The Aircrew arrived on scene overhead and assisted in

establishing a perimeter and subsequent search. Aircrew was unable

to locate the suspect and terminated the search after 1.5 hours of flight

time.


Starr Co SO Deputies on patrol

observed a blue Isuzu pickup that

had crashed into a utility pole.

Upon approaching the vehicle, the

Deputy noticed the driver side door

opened and the vehicle vacant.

Inspection of the vehicle revealed

178.8 lbs of marijuana in the bed

of the truck. No suspects were

found and the marijuana was

transported to Starr Co SO.


USBP Agents detained one male subject and seized 135.5 lbs of marijuana. The subject and

the marijuana were turned over to Cameron Co SO for state charges.

Mission PD Narcotic Investigators acted on a tip of narcotics being stored in a

parked vehicle at a residence in Mission, TX. Upon arrival, investigators

observed two subjects running from the residence. Both subjects were

detained and questioned. Investigators obtained a written consent to search a

black Chrysler 300. During the search, officers found three bundles of

marijuana in the trunk and three more bundles of marijuana in the rear seat of

the vehicle. The two subjects that were detained outside the residence were

identified. The two subjects and the wife of one of the suspects was also

arrested and charged with possession of marijuana. While booking the female,

officers found a small baggie containing a white powdery substance believed

to be cocaine. The Chrysler 300 was displaying Texas license plates. The total

weight of the marijuana was 125 lbs.



Starr Co SO Deputies assisted Rio Grande City PD Narcotics

Investigators with the execution of a search warrant in Rio Grande

City where narcotics were allegedly being stored. The subsequent

search resulted in the seizure of 433 lbs of marijuana, one 20-

gauge shotgun, one .22 cal rifle, and the arrest of a male subject.

Toy Rifle



Pharr PD responded to the area of Jenny Lee St. and Elizabeth St. regarding shots fired. Upon

arrival, Officers observed a black 1992 Mercury Mountaineer in the alley way between Jenny Lee

St. and Dolly St. Officers saw two male subjects by the vehicle and when they tried to make

contact, one subject fled on foot. Officers identified one subject and detained him. Officers

searched the vehicle and found two shotguns and a live pineapple grenade in the center

console of the vehicle. Officers immediately created a perimeter and secured the vehicle and

weapons. McAllen PD EOD was called out to assist in recovering the ordinance. McAllen EOD

arrived on scene and took custody of the device.

Pineapple Grenade

Grenade – MEX931 – Lot # 016-00 (Pineapple style)

Please see 08 APR 2011 BSOC report on “Improvised

Grenades and Their Use by Mexican Cartels” . For a

copy of this assessment, please email the Border

Security Operations Center at [email protected]



• Investigated a suspicious male subject on Blue Jay St. The subject was parked at

the rear of an abandoned house. An Officer made contact with the subject, who was

extremely nervous and gave conflicting stories. A K-9 was requested and alerted to

the rear compartment of the vehicle where 23.4 lbs of cocaine wrapped in 10

bundles were located. The subject was taken into custody.

• Assisted USBP Agents in a pursuit of a white 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The driver of

the vehicle bailed out in Pharr, TX. Pharr PD Officer pursued the subject on foot

and took him into custody. A search of the vehicle revealed 467 lbs of marijuana

wrapped in several bundles.

• Responded to CBP secondary inspection at the Pharr International Bridge due to a

vehicle that was shot at in Mexico just prior to entering the US. The Officer

made contact with the driver who stated that he and his family were returning from

Tampico after visiting relatives. The subject stated that his family was traveling in a

convoy of three vehicles; a red Chevrolet Avalanche, a maroon Chevrolet

Avalanche, and a white Chevrolet Silverado. The subject stated that on a highway

named “Soto La Marina” traveling from Tampico to San Fernando, he observed a

beige Dodge pickup exit from a brushy area and began to follow them on the

highway. The subject described the vehicle as lifted, with off road tires and covered

with mud and dirt. The subject stated that he saw the vehicle occupied by 8 to

10 men dressed in military fatigues and armed with rifles and that the

vehicle followed them for approximately five minutes then he heard a

gunshot fired at them. The Subject stated that he immediately

accelerated trying to elude the vehicle and he was shot at again,

shattering the rear window to his vehicle.

Pharr PD:



• Responded to a fire at a ranch in Rio Grande City where the residents were being

uncooperative. Upon arrival, the Deputy observed two male subjects trying to pull a trailer

out of burning shed. As the Deputy approached the male and advised him to get away and

allow the firefighters to extinguish the fire, the male subject turned around and struck the

deputy in the face with his fist. During the ensuing struggle, the subject (father) called

for his son to “Take his gun.” The second subject (son) grabbed the Deputy’s hand

and pulled it up behind his back while trying to pull the Deputy’s gun from his

holster. The fire captain saw the struggle and pushed the son off the Deputy. The two

males then got in a black truck and fled the ranch. A second Deputy encountered the two

subjects as they were leaving. The Deputy exited his vehicle and gestured for them to stop.

As he approached, the driver cursed at the deputy and put the vehicle in reverse causing

the deputy to jump out of the way to avoid being hit. As the subjects were backing up,

they hit a pole. The Deputy then approached the vehicle and arrested both subjects.

• Patrolling FM-490 when they observed a Silverado pickup overtake a semi truck,

committing a traffic violation. The Deputy attempted to catch up to the truck. The pickup

then slowed down and made a sudden turn into the Presidio Saltwater Disposal Property.

The truck then rammed the gate to the property and continued through the property at

a high rate of speed. The truck then rammed three more gates and two fences. Deputies

then found the vehicle abandoned and 174.6 lbs of marijuana in the truck. The driver was

not found.

Starr Co SO Deputy(ies):



La Joya PD Officer conducted a traffic stop on a 1998 Chrysler Concorde with Illinois

license plates. As vehicle came to a stop, the driver and several male subjects bailed

out of the vehicle. The officer was able to apprehend one subject and discovered three

more male subjects inside the trunk of the vehicle. Other Officers were notified of the

fleeing subjects and were able to apprehend all subjects. A total of eight subjects

were turned over to USBP Agents and the vehicle was seized.

Rio Grande City PD Officers received a tip of possible narcotics and illegal aliens

being picked up on Corpus St. Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a 1995

Chevrolet pickup, but the vehicle refused to stop and a pursuit ensued. The vehicle

then came to a stop and seven male subjects bailed out of the vehicle and

absconded. A search of the vehicle revealed 382 lbs of marijuana wrapped in

several bundles.

THP Trooper conducted a

traffic stop on a 1974 Ford

F-250 pickup near La Joya,

TX. Upon stopping, the

driver of the truck bailed out

and fled on foot. Inspection

of the vehicle revealed

453 lbs of marijuana in

bundles in the bed and cab

of the truck. The driver was

not found.


• Observed three suspicious male subjects at a local restaurant. Officers made contact with the

subjects and determined they were from India. USBP Agents were called to check the legal

status of the subjects and it was determined they were in the country illegally. All three subjects

were turned over to USBP Agents.

• Assisted HIDTA Agents executed a search warrant at a residence on Turtledove St in Roma.

Officers found a total of 1,625 lbs of marijuana inside the residence. The residence was

abandoned and no arrests were made.

• Were dispatched to US-83 and Richard Peel St. in reference to a large group of people who

were lost and did not speak English or Spanish. Officers made contact with one subject who

stated they were from Romania and were in the country illegally. USBP Agents were contacted

and they took custody of all eight subjects.

Roma PD Officers:

• Responded to a report of marijuana being stashed at a residence in Los Morenos. As Officers

approached the house, a red Chevy pickup was observed coming out of the driveway. Officers

attempted to conduct a traffic stop, driver refused to stop and a pursuit ensued to San Julian Rd.

The vehicle was stopped and two male subjects were arrested. A total of 475 lbs of marijuana

was recovered from the pickup. Officers went back to the residence and found 170 lbs of

marijuana inside. In addition, 31 lbs were found in San Julian after Officers backtracked the

pursuit. A total of 676 lbs of marijuana were recovered and two arrests were made. Case being

investigated by HIDTA.

• Received a tip of a stash house and vehicles loaded with narcotics at a residence in Los

Morenos. Officers observed a gray Cadillac Escalade leave the residence and advised THP of

the vehicle, who were able to detain it in Rio Grande City. A search of the vehicle revealed 646

lbs of marijuana. While Troopers were with the first vehicle, a second vehicle, a white Chevrolet

Malibu, driven by two females was observed leaving the residence. The vehicle was detained

and Officers found 224 lbs of marijuana. A total of 870 lbs of marijuana was seized.




A THP Trooper conducted a traffic stop on a 2008 Chevrolet 1500 near La Gloria, TX, in

Starr Co. The driver and passenger provided the Trooper with conflicting stories

concerning their trip. A search of the vehicle revealed 120 lbs of marijuana wrapped in

71 bundles concealed in the door posts, seats and gas tank.

DPS CID Agents received a tip of suspicious activity at a shipping warehouse in Pharr, TX. Agents

observed a 1999 Freightliner tractor trailer leaving the warehouse and headed to a residence. While

en route, the vehicle was involved in a traffic accident. The Mexican male driver bailed out and fled

on foot, but was quickly apprehended. Agents seized 9,440 lbs of marijuana concealed within

cardboard boxes inside the trailer. ANALYST NOTE: Each of the marijuana bundles had a marking of a

different color tape (black, red, and light blue)


The RGV Unified Command agencies were responsible for the seizure of over 28,000 lbs of

marijuana. This is a 26% decrease from last week. Cocaine seizures increased from last week to

a combined agency total of 75.85 lbs. Methamphetamine seizures increased this week to a total of

64.35 lbs. Two loads were seized at the Falfurrias Border Patrol Checkpoint within 6 hours of each

other. The USBP, CBP OFO, DPS Aviation, DPS THP and CID, Starr Co. SO, HIDTA, Roma PD,

Rio Grande City PD, Hidalgo Co SO, ICE, Pharr PD, Mission PD and La Joya PD all contributed to

recoveries.

Illegal Alien apprehensions decreased for the reporting period, down from 750 to 703 this week.

The OTM count was also down from last week by 8% for a total of 402.

There were several vehicle pursuits undertaken by LEAs again this past week. A smuggler crashed

into an irrigation canal near the river while two others collided with a Border Patrol vehicle. The

smugglers are becoming increasingly frustrated and are utilizing more aggressive and desperate

tactics that continue to endanger the public and law enforcement.

The Mexican Military has responded to numerous calls for assistance from US authorities. They

have arrived on the scene at the river, with increased frequency and effectiveness, to immediately

engage the cartel members that are fleeing from US LEAs.

RGV JOIC Sector Assessment


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COASTAL BEND UNIFIED COMMAND SECTOR27 APR – 03 MAY 2011


USBPCBP – OFO ICEFBI ATFDEAUSCGTPWDHouston HIDTASan Antonio HIDTATMFDPSAransas CO SOBee CO SOBrooks CO SODewitt CO SOGoliad CO SOJackson CO SOJim Wells CO SOKarnes CO SO

Kleberg CO SOLavaca CO SOMatagorda CO SO Live Oak CO SO McMullen CO SONueces CO SO Refugio CO SOSan Patricio CO SOVictoria CO SOWharton CO SOBay City PDCorpus Christi PDDriscoll PDEl Campo PDKingsville PDOrange Grove PDSeguin PDThree Rivers PDVictoria PD



Coastal Bend SectorThe Unified Command provided the following reports:

Absconds 36

Bailouts 7

Criminal Arrests 332

Fugitive Arrests 174


Pursuits 8

Scouts/Decoys 0


IAs/Referrals 34

IAs/USBP 0

OTMs 4

OTM CountriesHonduras 2

Sri Lanka 2

Contraband Seizures

Marijuana 724.78 lbs

Cocaine 55.36 lbs

Heroin 4.048 lbs

Methamphetamine 0.0

Currency $29,563.00

Other

Alprazolpam 24 pills,

Seroquel 5 pills,

Diazepam 1 pill

Weapons

Handgun(s) 5

Long Gun(s) 1

Explosive(s) 0


Stolen 1

Recovered 5


$1,121,845

$20,436 $13,594 $29,563$0

$200,000

$400,000

$600,000

$800,000

$1,000,000

$1,200,000

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Coastal Bend SectorThe Unified Command statistics over the past 4 weeks

IAs apprehended in the Coastal Bend

JOIC Sector and reported by USBP

Stations Kingsville, Corpus Christi and

Falfurrias are reported in the RGV JOIC

statistics due to the fact that above listed

USBP stations report to USBP Sector (Rio

Grande Valley) HQ in McAllen.

Referrals noted on the previous page are

IAs apprehended by Coastal Bend Unified

Command members (local and county)

that ultimately turn over their

apprehensions to USBP.


Gang Activity

DPS CID Corpus Christi, Beeville PD and Bee Co SO, assisted by DPS Air 103,

raided a suspected marijuana growing house near Pettus, TX.

Agents/Officers/Deputies seized 25 hydroponic marijuana plants and arrested three

subjects believed to be part of a white supremacist group involved in narcotics

trafficking. Five children were also removed and turned over to Child Protective

Services.


Gang ActivityGang Activity

Kingsville PD, assisted by

Kingsville Task Force,

USBP, ATF and Kleberg

Co Constables Office,

conducted a Border Star

Operation which

identified one confirmed

member of the TEXAS

SYNDICATE .

Known gang type apprehensions this reporting week

White Supremacist 3

Vallucos 1

Texas Syndicate 1

Puros Vatos Locos 1

THP Wharton Co arrested one subject

and detained one undocumented alien

with 16 absconds following a pursuit

and bailout on US-59 N in Wharton Co.

The arrested subject was identified as

a member of VALLUCOS gang and

involved in human smuggling.


CID Corpus Christi working in Jim Wells Co seized 450 lbs

of marijuana concealed inside a toolbox and behind the

front seat of a 1992 Ford pickup. The male suspect was

traveling to Houston on US-281N.

THP Refugio seized 6.11 lbs of cocaine concealed inside the intake manifold of a 1989

Chevrolet 1500 pickup. The male suspect was traveling from McAllen to Beaumont, TX,

on US-77N.


Cocaine concealed in

intake manifold.


A THP Trooper seized:

• 3.5 lbs of marijuana located on the floorboard of a red 2001 Jeep Cherokee. One

male subject attempted to flee on foot during the vehicle search but was

apprehended without incident. The male suspect was traveling from Victoria, TX, to

Mount Pleasant, TN, on US-59N. (THP Wharton)

• 49.207 lbs of cocaine concealed inside

the seats of a black 1999 Honda

Accord. Male suspect was traveling

from Pharr, TX, to Houston on

US-281N. (THP Kingsville)



• 91.6 lbs of marijuana concealed inside the

gas tank of a 2009 GMC pickup. The male

suspect was traveling from Rio Grande City

to Houston on US-59N. (DPS Victoria)



Marijuana concealed in gas tank



• $3,700 USD concealed inside luggage and a purse transported in a 2011 GMC

Yukon. Female suspect was traveling from San Antonio to Zapata, TX, on SH-16S.

(DPS Tilden)

• 4.0 lbs of heroin concealed inside the transfer case of a 2004 Jeep Liberty. The

male driver was traveling from Tamaulipas, MX to Houston on US-59N. (DPS

Pierce)

Heroin concealed in transfer case





Victoria Co SO seized 20.5 lbs of marijuana concealed in

two torque converters that were inside the toolbox in the bed

of a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado pickup. The male suspect was

traveling from McAllen to Houston along US-59N.

Jackson Co SO seized 52.0 lbs of marijuana concealed in two backpacks and detained

8 undocumented aliens following a pursuit and bailout from a 2000 Ford F-250 pickup. The

backpacks were recovered separately after being discarded in a river. The suspects were traveling

west on FM-1593.

Marijuana concealed

inside torque

converters.



Jim Wells Co SO seized $25,000 USD concealed in the glove box and the spare tire

compartment of a 2008 Land Rover traveling south bound on US-281 from Houston to

Zapata, TX. The vehicle was occupied by one male and one female.

Corpus Christi PD seized 105.4 lbs of marijuana

concealed inside the overhead luggage rack of a

2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette minivan traveling north

on IH-35 in Corpus Christi. There were children

traveling in the vehicle with two female adults.

Storage compartment concealment

CBP currently has one Texas-based

Predator B unmanned aerial vehicle to

patrol the US-Mexico border. CBP is

attempting to obtain funding to provide

two more Predator Bs along the Texas

border to further enhance their mission.


On 22 APR 2011, USBP Agents conducted an immigration check on a 1991 Chevrolet pickup at the

Falfurrias USBP Checkpoint. The registered owner of the truck, Pedro GONZALEZ, a resident of

Rio Grande City, TX, was not present. The occupants, residents of Donna, TX, the driver, Cristobal

Martin LOZANO, l/m, a known alien smuggler; and one child, claimed to be en route to Corpus

Christi, TX, from the Rio Grande Valley. A K-9 alerted on the truck and a subsequent search

revealed 149 lbs of marijuana concealed inside a false compartment under the truck. The subjects

were arrested; the marijuana and truck seized; the child turned over to child protection.

BLOC Analyst note: On 26 JAN 2011, Georgia State Police Troopers conducted a traffic stop on a 2003 Ford

pickup with Texas registration southbound on IH-85 in Troup Co, GA. The registered owner of the Ford, Zenaida

VARGAS, l/f, a resident of Hidalgo, TX, was not present. The occupants of the vehicle, the driver, Cristobal Martin

Lozano, l/m, and the passenger, Karla Lizet Villarreal, l/f, a known alien smuggler, claimed to be returning to

Donna from Charlotte, NC. A K-9 alert and consensual search of the Ford revealed a total of $20,000 USD,

packed in two bundles, concealed inside a false compartment in the truck bed. The subjects disclaimed ownership

of the currency. (Provided courtesy of Gulf Coast HIDTA BLOC report)



Marijuana seizures in the Coastal Bend Sector increased over the last reporting period from

602.8 lbs to 724.78 lbs. Cocaine seizures increased significantly from 7.53 lbs to 55.36 lbs.

Approximately 4.048 lbs of heroin was seized during this reporting period in Wharton Co. Three

currency seizures totaling $29,563 USD is an increase from $13,594 USD reported in the Coastal

Bend Sector last week. IA referrals decreased from 62 to 34, while OTM referrals, absconds and

gang-related criminal arrests decreased. US-281N, US-77N, FM-1593W, IH-35N and US-59N were

the locations of large narcotic seizures.

A review of the reports from the Falfurrias Checkpoint on US-281 revealed that between 27 APR

and 03 MAY 2011 there were 2,153.92 lbs of marijuana and 64.7 lbs of methamphetamine seized at

the Falfurrias Checkpoint (US-281N). Two tractor trailers were seized attempting to conceal large

marijuana loads. One commercial bus was used to conceal a small load of marijuana and a Budget

rental truck was seized attempting to smuggle marijuana through the Checkpoint.

Coastal Bend JOIC’s Sector Assessment

A review of the reports from the Sarita Checkpoint on

US-77N indicated 2,339.04 lbs of marijuana was

seized. No cocaine was reported seized. One tractor

trailer was seized attempting to conceal a large load

of marijuana. One commercial bus was used to

transport a currency load of $9,000 USD on US-77N.

A Budget rental truck was seized attempting smuggle

1,086.0 lbs. of marijuana and a NPR commercial box

truck was seized attempting to smuggle 989.0 lbs. of

marijuana through the Sarita Checkpoint.

Coastal Bend JOIC attending Predator presentation


StatewideCorridorSeizures

Wildfires burning in Possum Kingdom on 18 APR 2011

THP [Carson Co.] –

• 4.41 lbs of cocaine – false compartment in rocker panel;

Phoenix, AZ to Oklahoma City, OK.

• 122 lbs of marijuana – false compartment and factory

voids; Safford, AZ to Oklahoma City, OK.

• 3 lbs of methamphetamine – inside frame rail; Phoenix,

AZ to Tulsa, OK.

• 35 lbs of marijuana – luggage in the trunk; California to

Memphis, TN.

• $25,000 USD – luggage in the trunk; Detroit, MI to

Phoenix, AZ.

THP [Oldham Co.] –

• 102.92 lbs of marijuana – boxes in

the trunk; Phoenix, AZ to Amarillo, TX.

• 13.70 lbs of marijuana, 134 grams

of hashish & 136 Hydrocodone tablets

– luggage in the trunk; Phoenix, AZ to

Kentucky.

THP [Fort Bend Co.] –

• 1.10 lbs of marijuana &

$7,879 USD – cardboard box

behind passenger seat; Katy, TX

to Rosenburg, TX.

THP & CID [Atascosa Co.] –• 5 oz of cocaine, 1 lb of marijuana & two handguns – residence in Pleasanton, TX.• 48 lbs of marijuana – gas tank; McAllen, TX to San Antonio, TX.• $7,626 USD – in dashboard, under steering wheel; Corpus Christi, TX to San Antonio, TX.

THP [Polk Co.] –

• 160 lbs of marijuana – gas

tank; Houston, TX to Shreveport,

LA.

THS [Van Zandt Co.] –

• $140,870 USD and 4.0 oz of

marijuana – quarter panel; Shreveport,

LA to Grand Prairie, TX.

THP [Kaufman Co.] –

• 6.50 lbs of marijuana – under

hood between radiator and front

bumper; Dallas, TX to Carthage, LA.

THP [Walker Co.] –

• 3 lbs of marijuana –

backseat floor board; Houston,

TX to Memphis, TN.THP [Jefferson Co.] –

• 40 lbs of marijuana – trunk;

Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA.


THP [Bexar Co.] –

• $10,000 USD – cardboard

box backseat; San Antonio, TX

to Zapata, TX.

THP [Medina Co.] –

• 138 lbs of marijuana – boxes in

vehicle; Laredo, TX to San Antonio, TX.

CID [Harris Co.] –

• 329 hydroponic marijuana

plants – residence; Katy, TX.


26 APR 2011: THP Sweetwater

conducted a traffic stop on a 2004

Dodger Durango, bearing OK

registration, and possibly fictitious

plates. A consent to search revealed

73 one-pound bundles of

marijuana concealed in each of

the four doors. Two subjects were

taken into custody. The marijuana

originated in El Paso, TX, and was

destined for Oklahoma City, OK.


27 APR 2011: THP Orange conducted a traffic stop on a 2010 Chevrolet Impala, bearing LA

registration, and arrested two subjects. A consent to search revealed 40 lbs of marijuana

and a loaded 9mm pistol, hidden in the trunk of the vehicle. The contraband was traveling

from Houston, TX, to Beaumont, TX.

2 MAY 2011: THP Groom conducted a traffic stop on a 2004 Dodge Stratus, bearing OK

registration, and arrested one subject. A consent to search revealed 42 bundles of crystal

methamphetamine totaling 3 lbs, concealed inside the frame rail and vehicle structure.

The vehicle was traveling from McAllen, TX, to Dallas, TX.


27 APR 2011: THP Panhandle conducted a traffic stop on a 2002

Toyota Solara, bearing AZ registration, and arrested one suspect.

A consent to search revealed 4.41 lbs of cocaine concealed

in two compartments in each rocker panel of the vehicle. The

cocaine was traveling from Phoenix, AZ to Oklahoma City, OK.

23 APR 2011: THP Groom conducted a traffic stop on a

rented 2010 Dodge Avenger, bearing CA registration,

and arrested two subjects. After consent to search was

denied, K-9 was deployed and gave positive alert to the

vehicle. A probable cause search revealed 34 lbs of

marijuana in the trunk of the vehicle. The marijuana

originated in Hesperia, CA, and was destined for

Springfield, MO.


2 MAY 2011: A DPS Livingston Trooper received alert of a possible narcotics carrier in the area and

observed a vehicle matching the description. With the assistance of DPS-CID and Polk Co SO, he

conducted a traffic stop on a 1994 Dodge pickup bearing TX plates, and arrested two suspects. A

consent to search revealed 38 bundles of marijuana, totaling 160 lbs, in a hidden compartment of

an auxiliary fuel tank. The marijuana was traveling from Houston, TX, to

Shreveport, LA.

Jesus Malverde

paraphernalia – known as

the patron saint of the

narcotics trade

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28 APRIL 2011: THP Baytown, with the assistance

of DPS-CID, conducted a traffic stop on a 2001

GMC Yukon, bearing FL plates, and arrested one

suspect. A consent to search revealed ½ lb

cocaine concealed behind the paneling of the

upper rear AC control box in the roof area. The

cocaine originated in Houston, TX, and was

destined for Destin, FL.

Interior overhead light

panel

22 APR 2011: THP Tyler conducted a traffic stop on a

2000 Itasca Sunriser RV, bearing FL registration, and

arrested one suspect. A consent to search revealed

15 lbs of marijuana in a cardboard box and

luggage inside the RV. The marijuana originated in

Denton, TX, and was destined for Jacksonville, FL.


SIGNIFICANT EVENTS IN MEXICOSIGNIFICANT EVENTS IN MEXICO



CD JUÁREZ – On 29 APR 2011, Mexican Federal Police discovered a basement arsenal containing

grenades, grenade launchers, assault rifles and other high-powered weapons, stored inside a

basement warehouse in the city of Cd. Juárez, Mexico. The arsenal was hidden behind the mirrors

of a home gym. The neatly ordered stockpile found in an upscale neighborhood also contained

several makes of machine guns, rifles, a shotgun and more than 26,000 ammo cartridges. Police

say they discovered the weapons while searching a house near the US-Mexico border. Avila said

the police acted on an anonymous tip that there were kidnapping victims in the house, but none

were found. The mirrors of the gym opened by a switch near the floor, allowing access to the secret

shelter, which also held 53 military uniforms, as well as bulletproof vests and gas masks. Three

money-counting machines were also found. No one was detained in the search. The house

containing the arsenal is located near the intersection of Leyes and Ingenieria streets in colonia

Excelencia.

Significant Events in Mexico

Barrett .50 Caliber Rifle

40 mm GrenadesSmoke and Tear Gas Grenades

M-26 Fragmentation GrenadesMK2 Fragmentation Grenade

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MIER - Per the US Coast Guard, over the last ten days, numerous firefights have

occurred in the Mier/Guerrero, MX area near Falcon Lake Dam. On 27 APR 2011, the

Mexican military deployed a helicopter to the area near the Mexican Hydro Electric

Facility (MHEF). The helicopter was fired upon from approximately ¾ to 1 mile south of

the MHEF in the direction of Nuevo Guerrero, MX, and then returned fire. At that time, US

International Boundary and Water Commission (IBWC) personnel were clearing brush for fire prevention

near the US-Mexico border, between the US and the MHEF. Also on 27 APR 2011, a firefight involving

suspected DTO members occurred south of the US-Mexico border near Fronton, TX. (ANALYST NOTE:

Between JAN 2011 to MAR 2011, there have been three incidences of abandoned weapons on the US

side recovered in this area.) IBWC personnel and BP Agents working in the area heard grenades, rocket

propelled grenades, and heavy machine guns and saw muzzle flashes. IBWC Personnel living in the area

have reported hearing an increased amount of gunfire from the Mexican side of the border recently.


CD. JUÁREZ – On 02 MAY 2011, a body wrapped in

a white sheet and duct tape was thrown from a

vehicle at the corner of Zenzontle and Gilberto Limón

streets in colonia Revolución Mexicana.CD. JUÁREZ – On 30 APR 2011, the body of a

young woman was thrown from a vehicle at the

intersection of Óscar Flores Avenue and 15 de

Septiembre Street in colonia Tierra y Libertad. The

victim’s head was covered in duct tape and her

hands and feet were bound with the same tape.


CD. JUÁREZ – On 03 MAY 2011, a group of

assassins attacked a patrol unit of the Municipal

Police Delta Group during the late afternoon. One

attacker was killed by police and another was

arrested. One civilian was wounded by gunfire in

colonia Chaveña.

CHIHUAHUA - Man’s body found disemboweled,

with his head nailed to a guard rail. Narco

message left from cartel La Linea.


MONTERREY - Mexico's Federal Police reported that four transit police officers were

killed in the area around Monterrey. Gunmen traveling in several vehicles attacked an

officer with AR-15 assault rifles in Guadalupe, a city in the Monterrey metropolitan

area, killing him. The same gunmen killed two other officers minutes later while they

were patrolling in their patrol car in Guadalupe.

Mexico's Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) reported that soldiers

were patrolling between Nueva Cd Guerrero and Cd Mier when they came

under fire. The gun battle ended with two gunmen killed. Soldiers seized 15


assault rifles, ammo, three vehicles, and military uniforms at the scene. The case remains

under investigation. Residents of Ciudad Mier had to flee the town last NOV following a

series of gun battles between Los Zetas and Gulf Cartel. Mexico's federal government

responded by sending more troops to the area.

HIDALGO - Mexican Police captured 28 Zetas that

had attacked Tula police station, killing an

investigator, a secretary and a civilian filing a

report. Seized were three machine guns, eleven long

guns, a bazooka, eight AK-47, three AR-15’s, 1,527

cartridges, 6 grenades, vehicles, among other things.

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TARANDACUAO - Federal and ministerial police arrested 23 municipal police officers and three

government employees for their alleged ties to La Familia Michoacán (LFM). The arrests were

carried out in Tarandacuao, Guanajuato. The officers in police custody have been accused of being

involved in kidnappings, murders, and extortion operations. The individual responsible for handing

out orders as directed by LFM was identified as Jesus Cardenas Gomez, the Director of the

Municipal Police. Cardenas and his two brothers (former municipal police deputies) are still at large.

Cardenas had links to Sergio Moreno Godinez, aka “El Amarillo.” This individual was arrested by

Federal Police in NOV 2010. Moreno Godinez was the mastermind behind the murder of an

undetermined number of individuals whose bodies were found with messages signed by LFM. He

conducted meetings with LFM operators in his office and allowed LFM operators to store weapons

in the municipal police arms room. It was reported that the arrested officers were paid by LFM on a

weekly basis. The Tarandacuao Municipal PD has 29 police officers. At this point, only three of

those officers have not been linked to organized crime activity, but are still being investigated.


MEXICO CITY – On 27 APR 2011, Mexican Federal Police arrested

Miguel Angel Cedillo Gonzalez a major drug-trafficking suspect who

was trying the rebuild the criminal mob of jailed kingpin Edgar Valdez

Villarreal in Mexico City. At the time of his arrest along with two other

suspects, Cedillo was seeking the assistance of other drug cartels to

re-assemble Valdez Villarreal's organization and wage a battle for

control of the drug trade in the states of Guerrero and Morelos. The

Federal Police officers seized an SUV, two pistols, a grenade, five cell

phones and a laptop computer from the three suspects. Authorities say

Cedillo was the leader of Valdez Villarreal's organization in Morelos and

that he was reaching out to other cartels for support against a splinter

faction operating in the Pacific coast resort of Acapulco, Guerrero state.


TEPIC – On 03 MAY 2011, six heavily armed gunmen abducted a

teacher in the colonia Dos de Agosto neighborhood. The incident

occurred outside the Ricardo Flores Magon Elementary School,

located on Calle Genaro Vázquez and Primero de Mayo where

according to witnesses the suspects violently abducted the teacher

after she had parked her white Honda CRV. The teacher, identified

as 35-yr old Martha Aide, was taken in front of dozens of

witnesses, including many children, and driven away in a late

model pick-up. A shoe and the keys to the teacher’s SUV were left

behind on the street. Nayarit, whose total population tops one


APODACA – On 30 APR 2011 Milton Alvarado Rojas, the police chief of

Apodaca, a city in the northern Mexican state of Nuevo Leon, and 10 of his

bodyguards were kidnapped over the weekend by gunmen. Three officers

who served as bodyguards for Alvarado Rojas were kidnapped 28 APR 2011

in Apodaca. One of the officers later called the chief and asked him to

negotiate his release with an organized crime group at an address in the

neighboring city of Juarez. Alvarado Rojas went to the address on 30 APR

with seven other bodyguards to rescue the kidnapped officers and the group

million, has already seen 167 murders linked to organized crime in the first four months of the year.

APR 2011 was the most violent month with 50 murders.

has been missing since then. The latest kidnappings bring to 18 the number of police officers

abducted this year in the Monterrey metro area by drug cartels. Seven state police officers were

kidnapped on 12 MAR in Guadalupe, another suburb of Monterrey, the capital of Nuevo Leon.

Nuevo Leon and neighboring Tamaulipas state have been rocked by a wave of violence unleashed

by drug traffickers battling for control of smuggling routes into the US.


JALISCO - Three hitmen traveling in a late model white Nissan Sentra

attacked and killed Municipal Police Commander, Francisco Javier Enriquez

Montoy, 35, in Guadalajara, Jalisco. At the time of the attack, Commander

Enriquez was riding his Honda CBR motorcycle along Hacienda Cienega de

Mata Street, near the intersection with Hacienda Gordoncillo Street, in the

Tetlan Rio Verde de Guadalajara neighborhood. Police reports indicate that

he was shot at least nine times with a 9mm pistol. Later the same day, the

Nissan Sentra mentioned above was set on fire at the intersection of San

Jorge Street and Guadalajara Avenue in the Jardines de Nuevo Mexico

neighborhood of Zapopan, Jalisco. No arrests have been made.


SALTILLO - On 01 MAY 2011, an armed group traveling in

a 4-door sedan utilized grenades and high caliber

weapons to attack the city hall installations located in

Saltillo, Coahuila. Following this first attack, the same

group utilized explosive devices to attack a municipal

police substation in the area.

On 26 APR 2011, an individual identified as Rubén Ramírez

Radilla, 30, was gunned down in the Presidentes neighborhood of

the Cerro Colorado delegation in Tijuana, Baja California.

According to police, Ramírez Radilla was the brother of Mónica

Ramírez Radilla, a former Cerro Colorado Police Chief who was

relieved from her duties in 2006 after it was discovered that she

had ties to organized crime groups.



Two Mexican Nationals in Conspiracy to Acquire Military-Grade Weapons

MAY 02 – (PHOENIX, Az.) – Two Mexican nationals have pleaded guilty and a

third has been found guilty by a jury in recent days for their roles in a conspiracyto trade drugs and cash for military-grade weapons -- including a Stinger anti-aircraft missile – for

use by Sinaloa Cartel. The defendants were arrested in late 2009 as part of a multi-agency joint

undercover operation known as Operation White Gun. In late 2009, David Diaz-Sosa, a weapons

and narcotics broker, began negotiating the purchase of high-powered, military-grade weapons for

the Sinaloa Cartel. Shortly after the weapons negotiations began, Diaz-Sosa arranged for the

delivery of 4.5 lbs methamphetamine to serve as a down payment for the weapons. Emilia

Palomino-Robles made that initial delivery on behalf of Diaz-Sosa. For the next three months, Diaz-

Sosa and his partners negotiated with undercover federal agents for the purchase of the following

weapons: a Dragon Fire anti-tank weapon; two AT-4s (an 84-mm unguided, portable, single-shot

recoilless smoothbore weapon); a Law Rocket (a Light Anti-Tank Weapon); a Stinger Missile (a

portable infrared homing anti-aircraft surface-to-air missile); two Def Tech grenade launchers and a

dozen 40 mm grenades; one M-60 machine gun; one .30 caliber machine gun; and three cases of

hand grenades. As these negotiations continued, Diaz-Sosa and his associates agreed to

exchange both cash and methamphetamine as a final payment for the weapons. On 17 FEB 2010,

Diaz-Sosa went to an undercover warehouse maintained by ATF, to finalize the weapons exchange

at which time Diaz-Sosa and DeJesus-Castenada were taken into custody by federal agents. At the

time of his arrest, DeJesus-Castenada was responsible for possessing with the intent to deliver

over 11 lbs of methamphetamine. Later that same day, Palomino-Robles was arrested in

possession of $139,900 USD, which was determined to be

additional portion of the weapons payment.

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UPDATES & ASSESSMENT

OPERATION BORDER STAR


OBS Weekly Assessment

Marijuana seizures decreased from 47,758.71 lbs last week to

35,145.4 lbs this week. In the RGV Sector, DPS Agents in Pharr

seized 9,440 lbs of marijuana concealed within cardboard boxes

inside of a 1999 Freightliner tractor trailer leaving a shipping

warehouse and headed to a residence. Each of the marijuana

bundles had a marking of a different color tape (black, red, and light

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blue). In the Coastal Bend Sector, DPS CID Corpus Christi, Beeville PD and

Bee Co SO seized 25 hydroponic marijuana plants and arrested three

subjects believed to be part of a white supremacist group involved in

narcotics trafficking. The total estimated street value for reported marijuana

seizures during this reporting period is $30.9 million.


OBS Weekly Assessment (cont)

In the RGV Sector, Cameron Co SO SIU investigators

seized 211 lbs of marijuana wrapped in 81 bundles inside

an air compressor at a shipping warehouse. There have

been three similar seizures of marijuana hidden inside an

air compressor and/or propane-type tank.

This week’s seizure

Similar concealment methods within air

compressor and/or propane-type tanks

have been seen on 18 AUG 2010

(pictured) in Waxahachie, TX, and within

the 28 JAN 2011 BOSA in Presidio Co.

2 MAR 2011: THP Jourdanton

conducted a traffic stop on a

2005 Chevrolet Van on IH-37.

A consent to search revealed a

total of 160 lbs of marijuana.

25 bundles were located in the

gas tank and an additional 40

bundles were found in an air

compressor tank. The

marijuana originated in

Edinburg, TX and was

destined for San Antonio, TX.



Cocaine seizures increased from last week’s total, from 87.77 lbs last

week to 260.14 lbs this week. During this reporting period, there have

been four seizures over 27 lbs of cocaine in the Laredo, Del Rio, and

Coastal Bend Sectors. In the Del Rio Sector, CBP-OFO Officers at the

Eagle Pass POE Bridge #2 seized 61.1 lbs of cocaine concealed in a non

factory compartment with a trap door under the front seats from 2007

Chevrolet Cheyenne. In the Coastal Bend Sector, DPS Kingsville seized

49.207 lbs of cocaine concealed inside the seats of a 1999 Honda Accord

traveling from Pharr, TX to Houston, TX on US-281N. The total estimated

street value for reported cocaine seizures totaled $8.6 million.

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Heroin and methamphetamine seizures for this week’s reporting period total

26.42 lbs and 161.93 lbs, respectively. On 02 MAY 2011, CBP/OFO Officers at

the Lincoln-Juarez Bridge, in Laredo, TX seized 2.75 lbs of meth and 1.21 lbs of

heroin concealed within the tree of a western style horse saddle, located on a

commercial bus. In the Laredo Sector, USBP at the IH-35 Checkpoint, Laredo, TX

seized 92.6 lbs of Methamphetamine and 2.6 lbs of Black Tar Heroin concealed

within a black suitcase in a blue 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 pickup. Tree

Date/Time Vehicle Location Seizure

08 APR 2011 1999 GMC Suburban Brownsville Veterans Bridge – RGV

Sector

12.63 lbs heroin

11 MAR 2011

(Reported)

Chevrolet pickup Brownsville, TX IH-77N – RGV Sector 13.1 lbs cocaine

10 DEC 2010 1992 Chevrolet pickup Wharton Co, US-59 - Coastal Bend

Sector

$72,961 USD

Since DEC 2010, the BOSA has reported four seizures of contraband

concealed in a vehicle’s radiator. This week’s seizure BP Officers at the

Brownsville B&M Bridge seized 14.37 lbs of cocaine concealed in the

radiator of the vehicle 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. ANALYST NOTE: All

except one of the seizures occurred in the RGV Sector. The vehicle of

choice is a 1990s model Chevrolet pickup.

10 DEC 2010 (Currency)11 MAR 2011 (cocaine)08 APR 2011 (heroin)

06 MAY 2011 (cocaine)



Bulk currency seizures increased from $932,448 USD for last week to $314,952 USD this week.

In the Del Rio Sector, USBP Agents assisted DEA in executing search and arrest warrants at six

residences in Crystal City, TX, resulting in the seizure of $150,000 USD. In the Marfa Sector, a

Pecos Co SO seized a total of $107,770 USD as a result of a traffic stop of a Mercedes with AZ

license plates on IH-10 near Iraan, TX.

The street value of all contraband seized this week represents a loss to Mexican DTOs

and the criminal networks that support them of approximately $48.3 million.

Illegal alien apprehensions increased from 1,986 last week to 2,297 this week. OTM

apprehensions decreased from 727 last week to 666 this week.

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Aggressive Tactics Toward Law Enforcement in RGV Sector

Over the last month, aggressive tactics toward law enforcement in

the RGV Sector has been increasing. In APR, the RGV reported

four incidents of fleeing smugglers deploying caltrops in Hidalgo Co

near Sullivan City. Two incidents involved the DTO members fleeing

south on Guadalupe Flores Rd located only a few hundred yards

from the Starr-Hidalgo County line. Guadalupe Flores Rd is due

north of Cd Gustavo Diaz Ordaz, Tamaulipas, MX.

In the 22 APR 2011 BOSA, a new diversion tactic was observed in

in La Joya, TX in which a drug courier left the vehicle in gear prior to

bailing out of the vehicle forcing the law enforcement officer is

pursue the runaway vehicle on foot in an attempt to stop it before it

entered highway traffic. During this reporting period, a drug courier

in Rio Grande City, TX utilized the same tactic. Upon arrival to a

residence, a BP Agent observed a vehicle being loaded with

narcotics, the suspects saw the Agent and the passenger bailed out

and fled on foot. As the driver attempted to bail out, he left the

vehicle in gear causing it to strike the Agent’s vehicle.

Los Ebanos

Gustavo Diaz Ordaz

Sullivan City

During this reporting period, two separate assaults on Border Patrol Agents during an arrest occurred. On

29 APR 2011, BP Agents assigned to the Rio Grande City, TX Station arrested a Mexican National near

La Grulla, TX. During the arrest, the subject struck an agent with his elbow. No injuries were reported. On

02 MAY 2011, as BP Agents assigned to the McAllen, TX Station approached a vehicle near Hidalgo, TX,

the subjects bailed out and one subject threatened Agents with an unknown object. Agents subdued the

subject with less than lethal munitions without further incident.


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