In a significant operation aimed at curbing illegal arms trafficking, officers from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) joined forces with the San Diego Sheriff’s Office to intercept a substantial cache of firearms at the San Ysidro Port of Entry. The collaborative effort resulted in the seizure of 12 firearms along with a notable quantity of ammunition. This operation underscores the ongoing commitment of both agencies to enhance border security and prevent dangerous weapons from entering local communities.

The seized firearms varied in type and included:

  • Handguns
  • Semi-automatic rifles
  • Assault-style weapons

Ammunition accompanying the weapons was carefully cataloged and will be used to further investigations. Both agencies…