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CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATIONThis document was created by Texas Department of Public Safetys Border Security Operations Center in conjunctionwith federal, state, and local Unified Command partners as part of ongoing border security efforts and should besafeguarded and protected in accordance with the requirements of the above classification. The above classificationincludes this document and any accompanying attachments and/or e-mails.


Key Events and Findings

The Laredo Sector noted a travel pattern of marijuana transported northbound on FM-649 fromRoma to SH-359, then westbound on SH-359 to Laredo, avoiding any checkpoints along the

way.

In the RGV Sector, there have been three large marijuana seizures of approximately 1,000 lbs orgreater in or near Escobares, TX one of which involved the seizure of various types of rifles at a

private residence.

The Del Rio Sector reported that in the first ten weeks of 2011, the amount of cocaine is 50% ofthe total seized for all of 2010.

During this weeks reporting period, two incidences in Fort Bend Co and Frio Co were reportedinvolving marijuana being transported using legitimate ambulances and with three subjects each;

two acting as paramedics and one as a patient.

On 15 MAR 2011, the interim director of a state prison in Nuevo Laredo Rebeca Nicasio Vazquezwas killed inside the prison by an inmate, less than three months after the Zetas drug cartel

staged a massive jailbreak at the same facility.

On 10 MAR 2011, narcobanners appeared in Morelia and Apatzingn, Michoacan announcing apreviously unknown criminal organization calling themselves the Knights Templar and thesuccessors to La Familia Michoacana, which announced its alleged breakup in January.

The RGV and Coastal Bend Sectors continue to see truck tractor semi-trailer marijuana loads co-mingled with produce (limes, oranges, cabbage, watermelon, etc).


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ShermanHansford Ochiltree

Hutchinson

Wheeler

Randall Armstrong Donley

CastroBriscoe

Childress

Cottle

Hardeman

Foard

Hartley Roberts

OldhamCarson

Deaf SmithCollingsworth

Bailey

Swisher

Lamb Floyd

HockleyCrosby

Gaines

Knox

Lynn GarzaKent Stonewall

Jeff Davis

Reeves

Loving Winkler

Ward

Ector

Dawson

Martin

Zavala

UvaldeKinney

Edwards

Brewster

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Dimmit

Starr

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KaufmanHarrison

PanolaGregg

Rusk

Bell

WilliamsonMilam

Sabine

Trinity

UpshurWood

Van Zandt

NavarroHill

Cherokee

Freestone

McLennan

Falls

Shelby

Nacogdoches

San

Augustine

Jasper

Jefferson

Tyler

Walker

Polk

Robertson

Madison

Brazos

Hardin

San Jacinto

Grimes

Liberty

Chambers

Montgomery

Burleson

Lee

Ellis

Goliad

BeeLive Oak

Duval

Jim Hogg

Henderson

Anderson

Leon

Limestone

Travis

Hays

Comal

Houston

Angelina

Newton

Orange

Cooke Grayson Fannin

CollinDenton Hunt

Lamar

Delta

Hopkins

Dallas

Red River

Rockwall

Nolan

Baylor

Jones Shackelford Stephens

Archer

Young

Taylor

Haskell Throckmorton

Callahan

Howard

Borden Parker

Erath

Palo Pinto

Montague

Clay

Wichita

Wilbarger

WiseJack

Upton

BrownColeman

RunnelsCoke

SterlingGlasscock

Midland

Crane

Menard

McCulloch

Concho

Sutton

Schleicher

Tom Green

Crockett

Pecos

Irion

Reagan

Comanche

Hood

Bosque

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

Kerr

Real

Bexar

Wilson

Karnes

Caldwell

Gonzales

DeWitt

Waller

Kendall

Atascosa

Frio

Medina

Bandera

Galveston

Fisher

Scurry

Mitchell

Culberson

Webb

Jeff Davis

Val VerdePresidio

Moore

Dona Ana

Luna

Grant

Hidalgo

Eastland

Guadalupe

Jim Wells

Willacy

Kenedy

Cameron

Wharton

Jackson

Victoria

Refugio

San Patricio

Nueces

Kleberg

Brooks

Hudspeth

Otero

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TABLE OFCONTENTSTABLE OF

CONTENTS

El Paso Sector

p. 05-16

Marfa Sector

p. 17-23

Del Rio Sector

p. 24-34

Laredo Sector

p. 35-45Rio Grande

Valley Sector

p. 46-64

Coastal Bend

Sector

p. 65-72

Statewide Corridor Seizures

p. 73-76

Overall Assessment

p. 88-94

Sig. Mexico Events

p. 77-87

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Operation BORDER STAR 9 15 MAR 2011


EL PASO UNIFIED COMMAND SECTOR9 15 MAR 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 0

Bailouts 0

Criminal Arrests 107

Fugitive Arrests 44

Gang Related Criminal Arrests 7

Pursuits 0

Scouts/Decoys 0

Illegal Alien Apprehensions

IAs/Referrals 0

IAs/USBP 297

OTMs 23

OTM Countries

Guatemala 9

El Salvador 1Nicaragua 1

Cambodia 1Honduras 2

Brazil 5

Italy 2India 2

Contraband Seizures

Marijuana 3,839.59 lbs

Cocaine 42.13 lbs

Heroin 0.004 lbs

Methamphetamine 6.38 lbs

Currency $23,680.00

Other

LSD, 4 doses

Codeine, 42 bottles

Ecstasy, 19 pills

Hydrocodone, 1,290 pills

Cyclobenzaprine, 41 pills

Methocarbamol, 41 pills

Zolpidem, 10 pills

Amantadine, 1 pill

Valium, 1 pill

Acetaminophen, 26 pills

Weapons

Handgun(s) 5

Long Gun(s) 0

Explosive(s) 0

Vehicles Stolen / Recovered

Stolen 22

Recovered 16


El Paso Sector

The Unified Command statistics over the past 4 weeks:

$620

$2,866

$10,121

$23,680

$0

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$10,000

$15,000

$20,000

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2,000.00

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Gang activity

19th Street Crazy Mother Fuc***s Aryan Brotherhood of Texas

6th Street Los Fatherless Varrio Glenwood Street

Folk Hated By Many

Eight gang-related incidents were reported during this period involving nine arrests of

members from eight different gangs. There were seven criminal and one fugitive arrests.

The incidents involved: Assault on a Public Servant, Criminal Trespass, Criminal

Mischief, Obstruction / Retaliation, Possession of Marijuana, Aggravated Assault with a

Deadly Weapon, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Failure To Identify, DWI, and

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

The West Texas Detention Facility in Sierra

Blanca supplied the JOIC with the picture to

the left showing a new style of Barrio Azteca

tattoo. Research is being collected on the

new tattoo. This new style of tattoo has also

been seen in the Otero Co Prison. According

to USBP Intelligence Officers, this tattoo was

on a suspect who claimed to work for the

Barrio Azteca. The suspect claimed that he

is an esquina who already has his feathers but hasnt earned his guaraches (sandals). The suspect claimed that the tattoo is being

used by the newer members and upon sight

can identify someone as a BA and what area

they are from. The slides on the following

page show the traditional style of Barrio

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Additional information (cont)

CBP-OFO Officers at the Bridge of the Americas POE seized:

317.82 lbs of marijuana

2000 Mercedes Benz Tour Bus

Concealed: Rear curb-side area

near the engine

compartment and

rest room

10 MAR 2011

10 MAR 2011


1999 Oldsmobile Alero

Concealed: Non-Factory

compartment in the

center console

10 MAR 2011


2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Concealed: Spare Tire


CBP-OFO Officers at the Yseltas POE seized:


2002 Jeep Grande Cherokee

Concealed: Fuel tank

11 MAR 2011



2003 Chevrolet Trail Blazer

Concealed: Seats and

rocker panel

13 MAR 2011




CBP-OFO Officers at the Bridge of the Americas POE seized:

11 MAR 2011


1996 Jeep Grande Cherokee

Concealed: Seats and rocker

panels

11 MAR 2011


2001 Chevrolet Suburban

Concealed: Seats, gas tank,

and spare tire



On 11 MAR 2011, a DPS CVE Trooper conducted a traffic stop on IH-10W at mile

marker 37 in El Paso Co. A warrant check by DPS El Paso Communications advised

that the passenger was wanted on a federal drug conspiracy charge. A subsequent

search of the vehicle led to the discovery of $23,580 USD recovered from different

locations throughout the vehicle and occupants. The passenger was turned over to the

US Marshal Service in El Paso, and felony Money Laundering charges are pending

following further investigation by DPS CID.




On 08 MAR 2011, Detectives with the El Paso Police Department West

Texas HIDTA Stash House Unit were conducting an on-going narcotics

investigation in the 3000 block of Sun Bowl, El Paso, TX. During the

course of the investigation, detectives conducted a warrant check on three

subjects at the residence, resulting in two arrests for outstanding warrants.

A search warrant was obtained for the residence, resulting in the location of

a green luggage bag containing 26 marijuana bundles with a weight of 30.4

lbs. A black duffel bag was located hidden under a pile of clothing which

contained 21 marijuana bundles with a weight of 24.85 lbs. The total

amount of marijuana seized was approximately 55.25 lbs. Three subjects

were arrested.

26 bundles 30.4 lbs 21 bundles 24.85 lbs Marijuana bundle exposed



El Paso JOICs Sector Assessment

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

currency during this reporting period. There was a decrease in stolen vehicles but an increase in

the recovery of stolen vehicles. Of the total 3,839 lbs of marijuana seized, 1,380 lbs was seized at

the Bridge of the Americas (BOTA),175 lbs at the Ysleta POE, 172 lbs at the Paso Del Norte POE,

and 373 lbs in the Lordsburg area. There were 32 reported marijuana seizures across the POEstotaling 2,101 lbs. There were two cocaine seizures of significance at the POEs; Santa Teresa, 13.2

kilos, and Paso Del Norte POE, 5.9 kilos.

No significant trends were noted during this reporting period with respect to concealment methods

of contraband, although three incidents occurred where Jeep Grand Cherokees were utilized with

multiple concealment locations. Vehicle quarter panels, tires, and fuel tanks remain the

predominate concealment locations in a wide variety of vehicles. During this reporting period, a

2000 Mercedes Benz Tour Bus was discovered to have 317 lbs of marijuana concealed in the rear

engine area of the bus.

The El Paso PD reported seven marijuana seizures totaling 1,654 lbs and nine cocaine seizures

totaling 0.5 kilos. The El Paso Co SO reported two marijuana seizures totaling 51 lbs. DPS reported

two marijuana seizures totaling 32 lbs and one cocaine seizure at 0.0055 kilos.

Southbound operations

Recent Southbound Operations were conducted at the Bridge of the Americas (BOTA), Paso Del

Norte (PDN) and Stanton Street POEs by officers with the EPPD, USBP, CBP, and the TSA/FAMVIPR team. One suspect was arrested on criminal warrants, and a stolen motorcycle was

recovered.


El Paso JOICs Sector Assessment

City-wide index crime continues to show a

decrease by 11% compared to the same

time frame last year. There is a noted 900%

increase (9) in murders, a 100% increase

(23) in sexual assaults, a 3% increase (2) in robberies,

a 6% decrease (125) in assaults, a 12% decrease (44)

in burglary, a 25% decrease (92) in vehicle theft, and a

12% decrease (61) in vehicle burglary. (Provided by ElPaso PD)

Population of El Paso: 644,638

Citywide (YTD through Mar 12th, 2011)

Offense 2010 2011 % Change

Murder 1 10 900%

Sexual Assault 23 46 100%

Robbery 78 80 3%

Assault 2,138 2,013 -6%

Burglary 357 313 -12%

Larceny 2,579 2,183 -15%

Vehicle Theft 370 278 -25%

*Burglary Vehicle 518 457 -12%

Total: 5,546 4,923 -11%

*** Crime Rate: 860 763 -11%

Murder, 1

Sexual Aslt, 23

Robbery, 78

Aslt, 2,138

Burglary, 357

Larceny , 2,579

Veh Theft, 370

*Burg Vehicle , 518

Murder

Sexual Aslt

Robbery

Aslt

Burglary

Larceny

Veh Theft

*Burg Vehicle

City Wide for week ending Mar 12th 2010

Murder, 10

Sexual Aslt, 46

Robbery, 80

Aslt, 2,013

Burglary, 313

Larceny , 2,183

Veh Theft, 278

*Burg Vehicle , 457 Murder

Sexual Aslt

Robbery

Aslt

Burglary

Larceny

Veh Theft

*Burg Vehicle

City Wide for week ending Mar 12th 2011


El Paso JOICs Sector Assessment (cont)

During this reporting period, 234 IAs were apprehended. IA apprehensions

decreased by 106 from the previous weeks 340. The total reported IAapprehensions within the El Paso Sector from 05 JAN through 09 MAR 2011 is 2,212

with 159 being IA apprehensions Other than Mexican (OTM).

From 1/05 1/11 (119 apprehensions)From 1/12 1/18 (178 apprehensions)From 1/19 1/25 (243 apprehensions)From 1/26 2/01 (205 apprehensions)From 2/02 2/09 (140 apprehensions)From 2/10 2/15 (256 apprehensions)From 2/16 2/22 (186 apprehensions)From 2/23 3/01 (311 apprehensions)From 3/02 3/08 (340 apprehensions)From 3/09 3/16 (234 apprehensions)

Leading IA OTMs 05 JAN 2011 to date:

Guatemala 50

Honduras 24

El Salvador 20

India 20

BRAZI, 5

CAMBO, 1GUATE, 9

ITALY, 2

HONDO, 2 INDIA, 2

NICAR, 1

BRAZI

CAMBO

GUATE

ITALY

HONDO

INDIA

NICAR

234 Apprehensions between 9 MAR 15 MAR 2011


H U D S P E T H

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MARFA UNIFIED COMMAND SECTOR9 15 MAR 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

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Marfa SectorThe Unified Command provided the following reports:

Absconds 0

Bailouts 0


Fugitive Arrests 2


Pursuits 0

Scouts/Decoys 0


IAs/Referrals 1

IAs/USBP 61

OTMs 2

OTM Countries United Kingdom 2

Contraband Seizures


Cocaine 0.02 lbs

Heroin 0.0 lbs


Currency $5,858.00

Other

Hash - 0.39 lbs

Promethazine 5 lbsLSD 1 dose

Weapons

Handgun(s) 1

Long Gun(s) 0

Explosive(s) 0


Stolen 0

Recovered 0


$5,829 $26,185

$482,575

$5,858$0

$100,000

$200,000

$300,000

$400,000

$500,000

$600,000

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135.27

1,158.921,355.24

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1,000.00

1,500.00

2,000.00

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Marfa SectorThe Unified Command statistics over the past 4 weeks:


Valentine

Additional information (cont.)

One subject

shown with

backpack

USBP Agents in Presidio Co seized 198.95 lbs of marijuana and

apprehended four IAs in a cave near Chalk Gap. The marijuana

and subjects were turned over to DEA.

An example of a cave along the Sierra Vieja Rim. (Not actual cave mentioned.)

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Additional information Cont.

587.81 lbs of marijuana, $5,118 USD and apprehended one USC in a white 2009International semi-tractor trailer. The contraband was located in multiple suitcases

and a fanny pack. The marijuana, vehicle, currency, and subject were turned over

to DEA.

5 lbs of Promethazine abandoned on a commercial bus. The Promethazine wasturned over to Hudspeth Co SO.

0.47 lbs of marijuana, one dose of LSD, and apprehended 4 USCs in a silver2010 Dodge Caliber. The narcotics, vehicle, and subjects were turned over to

Hudspeth Co SO.

11.42 lbs of marijuana and apprehended two USCs in a blue 2007 Ford F-150pickup truck. The marijuana, vehicle, and subjects were turned over to Hudspeth

Co SO.

USBP Agents Hudspeth Co seized:


Additional informationHudspeth Co SO seized 541.50 lbs of marijuana from a

hidden compartment in a fuel tank around Red Bull Canyon

approximately 25 miles south of Sierra Blanca, and

apprehended 1 USC in a Red

1997 Ford F-250.Bolts on false

compartment plate

on bottom of fuel tank

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CBP Units near Dryden TX., assisted by DPS Air 119, located and tracked an IA Group.

Utilizing scope trucks, ground units intercepted the group and arrested 14 subjects.


Marfa Unified Command Sector Assessment

Marijuana seizures are up slightly this week to 1,355.24 lbs compared to last weeks total of1,158.92 lbs. The largest seizure was 587.81 lbs at the Sierra Blanca Checkpoint. The second

largest seizure was 541.5 lbs of marijuana seized by Hudspeth Co SO in Red Bull Canyon south of

Sierra Blanca, TX. There was a small cocaine seizure this week of 0.02 lbs. Hashish seizures were

up slightly with 0.39 lbs and one paper dose of LSD was also seized this week. Information

indicates that DTOs are attempting to find more unconventional ways to smuggle their narcotics,

including significant route changes. A Hudspeth Co SO deputy seized 541.5 lbs of marijuana after

investigating a suspicious vehicle in southern Hudspeth Co, an area noted for difficult travel.

Currency seizures were down this week to $5,858 USD seized. The average weekly total for the

week ending 04 MAR 2011 was $11,772. Last weeks total seizure of $482,575 USD appears to bean anomaly for this area. This caused an increase in the average weekly seizure total for this

reporting period to $52,964 USD. The Unified Command has identified a trend of currency being

transported not only south and west, but also east along the IH-10 corridor in the Unified Command

Sector.

One firearm was seized this week by ATF compared with five seized last week. IA apprehensions

were up across the entire area from 43 to 61.


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DEL RIO UNIFIED COMMAND SECTOR9 15 MAR 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 36

Bailouts 12

Criminal Arrests 16

Fugitive Arrests 9


Pursuits 5

Scouts/Decoys 1


IAs/Referrals 2

IAs/USBP 387

OTMs 73

OTM Countries

El Salvador 19

Guatemala 10

Honduras 42

Nicaragua 1

Ecuador 1

Contraband Seizures


Cocaine 59.4 lbs

Heroin 3.75 lbs

Methamphetamine 0 lbs

Currency $7,959.00

Other 0

Weapons

Handgun(s) 0

Long Gun(s) 0

Ammunition 0


Stolen 1

Recovered 7


Del Rio Sector


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$12,900

$0

$7,959

$0

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$4,000

$6,000

$8,000

$10,000

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Alerted by a Mobile Scope Truck Operator of eight to nine subjects crossing an openfield near Thompson Ranch Rd (NW of Eagle Pass near Elm Creek, TX), carrying large

bundles. When Agents approached and identified themselves, the subjects dropped

their bundles and absconded. One subject was found and arrested. The bundles were

recovered; they consisted of four large green duffel bags containing 29 bricks wrapped

in brown cellophane. The marijuana totaled 328 lbs. The subject was found to have

been previously apprehended and processed for removal as an IA. The subject and the

marijuana were turned over to the DEA.

Tracking a group of four individuals on a ranch north of US-90, near mm 436, whenCBP-Air notified them that they had observed several duffel bags in the brush. Agents

went to the location and discovered four duffel bags that appeared to have been at the

location for an extended period of time. The area was overgrown and the bags were

rotting. The bags contained 203.93 lbs of marijuana. The DEA took custody of the

contraband.

At the USBP Eagle Pass Checkpoint on US-57 conducted an immigration inspectionon the occupant of a Chevrolet Silverado. A K-9 alerted to the passenger side door and

the vehicle was referred to secondary. A scan of the vehicle utilizing the Z-Backscatter

Van displayed several anomalies inside the door panels. A total of 7.63 lbs of cocaine

and 2.16 lbs of marijuana were recovered from the vehicle. The driver was placed

under arrest. The subject, contraband and vehicle were turned over to ICE.

Additional information

USBP Agents were:

Southbound operations

CBP-OFO and USBP are conducting Operation OUTBOUND. Maverick

County SO is continuing Operation MAVERICK at the Eagle Pass POEs.



CBP-OFO Officers working inbound at the Eagle Pass POE, Bridge #2, referred a Ford Focus to

secondary for an agricultural inspection due to the subjects having been grocery shopping in

Piedras Negras, MX. During the inspection, the Officers noticed fresh paint and tampering on the

speaker box in the trunk. A Buster reading and inspection of the box revealed a trap door along the

back with packages concealed inside. The Officers recovered one package of heroin weighing 3.75

lbs and seven packages of cocaine weighing 15.17 lbs. The narcotics, driver, and passenger were

turned over to ICE. No disposition on the vehicle.

Heroin and cocaine recovered from

compartment in speaker box


Working in the Leonard's Orchard area in southern Eagle Pass observed foursubjects carrying large bundles walking north towards Vanessa St. The Agents

approached and identified themselves; the subjects dropped the bundles and

absconded back to Mexico through the Rio Grande. A search of the area yielded

three large duffel bags with 15 large bricks of marijuana. A total of 225.48 lbs of

marijuana was seized and turned over to the DEA.

Located 82.50 lbs of marijuana near Lehmann Ranch Rd in Maverick Co afterAgents were advised of a sensor activation. The Agents detected the subjects in

the brush running towards the Rio Grande. Five subjects absconded to Mexico.

The marijuana was turned over to the DEA.


On US-277 near Quemado, TX, observed a Black 2006 Ford Fusion pass northand south multiple times. From a concealed location, Agents heard the sounds of

the vehicle as it stopped and was loaded with something heavy. After a short

pursuit, Agents stopped the vehicle. After gaining consent to search, Agents found

three duffel bags in the trunk, containing 110 bricks wrapped in brown tape and

clear cellophane. The bricks tested positive for marijuana, and totaled 160 lbs.

The subjects and marijuana were turned over to the DEA for prosecution.

USBP Agents:




USBP Agents observed several military style

duffel bags in the bed of a 2005 Dodge Ram

1500 on Del Rio Blvd in Quemado, TX, and

performed a traffic stop. The bags were found

to contain 220 lbs of marijuana. The DEA took

custody of the subject, the contraband, and

vehicle.

Marijuana found in

bed of pickup truck

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A CBP-OFO Officer at the Eagle Pass POE observed suspicious behavior being exhibited by the

driver of a 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe traveling from Mexico en route to North Carolina. The vehicle was

referred into secondary screening. The Z Backscatter van (ZBV) was utilized, which revealed 34

packages of cocaine, with a total weight of 36.60 lbs, concealed in the air conditioning unit in the

cargo area. The driver was arrested and the vehicle was seized.

Cocaine seized

from AC unit in

cargo area

Cargo area of Tahoe



A Dimmit Co SO Deputy Constable observed a white Chevrolet Silverado with two visible

occupants on SH-85 near Big Wells, TX. The Deputy Constable pulled in behind the vehicle and a

registration check revealed the vehicle was stolen from Austin, TX. The Deputy Constable

attempted a traffic stop, and a pursuit ensued. Both subjects bailed out eight miles east of Dilley,

TX, and successfully absconded. DPS-Air, DPS-THP, USBP, and Frio County SO assisted in the

pursuit and recovery of the stolen vehicle.

Lack of keys

Indications of

break-in

Broken

steering

column


During this reporting period, there were 12

incidents that resulted in the seizure of 1,445.39

lbs of marijuana. The total is down a little over 500

lbs from last week. Since the high of 5,038 lbs from

reporting the period ending 23 FEB 2011, there has

been a steady drop in the number of pounds of

marijuana seized.

Cocaine continues to be seen in this sector, with

54.4 lbs being seized this reporting period. The

total cocaine seized in the sector since 01 JAN

2011 is 458.24 lbs; the total for all of 2010 was

918.79 lbs. In the first ten weeks of 2011, the

amount of cocaine seized is 49.89% of the total

seized for all of last year.

Del Rio Sector Unified Command Sector Assessment

Drug Seizures for Week of 3/9/2011

through 3/16/2011


A Uvalde PD Officer followed a vehicle after it failed to stop at a Designated

Stopping Point on Grove St. The officer subsequently pulled the vehicle over and

observed signs of criminal behavior. Upon receiving verbal consent for a search,

Officers found US currency in the vehicle and on the subject's person totaling

$7,959 USD. The currency was confiscated.


Del Rio Sector Unified Command Sector Assessment (cont)

The Del Rio Sector has noted an increase in the

amount of heroin seized this reporting period, with

3.75 pounds.

In addition, 15.17 lbs of cocaine were concealed

in the same vehicle in which the 3.75 lbs of heroin

were seized combined loads are not routine.

There were 34 fewer IA apprehensions this

reporting period. Hondurans continue to be the

largest number of OTMs apprehended. Also this

period, bailouts increased by three, and the

number of stolen vehicles recovered decreased by

two. There were at least three bailouts in which

the vehicle had not been reported stolen at the

time of the bailout.

Information was received regarding a bomb threat

at Eagle Pass POE Bridge 31 at approx 3:35 pm

on 15 MAR 2011. The threat was cleared.

Stolen Vehicles Recovered 7 Total


W E B B

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LAREDO UNIFIED COMMAND SECTOR9 15 MAR 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 1

Bailouts 2

Criminal Arrests 12

Fugitive Arrests 1


Pursuits 0

Scouts/Decoys 0


IAs/Referrals 46

IAs/USBP 967

OTMs 79

OTM Countries

Brazil 5

Dominican Republic 3

Ecuador 5

El Salvador 17

Guatemala 16

Honduras 30

India 2

Nicaragua 1

Paraguay 1

Contraband Seizures

Marijuana 7147.42 lbs

Cocaine 10.2 lbs

Heroin 0 lbs

Methamphetamine 19.9

Currency $ 3,070.00

Other --

Weapons

Handgun(s) 0

Long Gun(s) 0

Explosive(s) 0Vehicles Stolen / Recovered

Stolen 6

Recovered 4


Laredo Sector


$0

$118,100 $120,134

$3,070$0

$20,000

$40,000

$60,000

$80,000

$100,000

$120,000

$140,000

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8,265.50

1,444.70

7,147.42

0.00

1,000.00

2,000.00

3,000.00

4,000.00

5,000.00

6,000.00

7,000.00

8,000.00

9,000.00

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4.00

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8.00

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On 09 MAR 2011, received a call from a concerned citizen regarding possible

smuggling activity on the Sandia Ranch property off US-83. The Agents responded

to the area and located a white Ford F-250 with TX license plates. The Agents

could see bundles in plain sight wrapped in clear plastic. The Agents seized 32

bundles of marijuana weighing a total of 370.9 lbs. (USBP Zapata)


On 09 MAR 2011, working at FM-1017 Checkpoint seized 217 lbs of marijuana from

a 2003 Ford F-250 pickup truck. The Agents discovered 50 bundles of marijuana

concealed in an aftermarket fuel tank compartment that was located in the bed of

the truck. DEA referred the case to the Jim Hogg Co SO. Investigators took

custody of the subject, vehicle, marijuana and $3,070 USD the subject had in his

possession. (USBP Hebbronville)

USBP Agents:



On 11 MAR 2011, USBP Laredo North Agents seized 10.2 lbs of cocaine at the IH-35 Checkpoint.

The cocaine was wrapped in aluminum tape and concealed under the mattress of the sleeper in a

white 2001 Freightliner tractor/trailer. Two male subjects, cocaine and the tractor/trailer were turned

over to DEA.

On 13 MAR 2011, USBP Hebbronville Agents working the FM-1017

Checkpoint inspected a white 2001 Ford F-150 pickup truck driven by a male

with a female passenger. The Agents seized 73 lbs of marijuana concealed

inside a television and a grandfather clock in the bed of the truck. DEA

referred the case to the Jim Hogg Co SO. Investigators took custody of the

subjects, vehicle, and marijuana.Hector

Javier

Meza Jr.

Elizabeth

AGUILAR-

Hernandez



On 09 MAR 2011, THP Troopers performed a traffic stop on a commercial ambulance for

driving on an improved shoulder and defective mud flaps while traveling eastbound on US-57

at MM 454, in Frio Co. Subjects displayed suspicious behavior and consent to search was

granted. The Trooper and USBP Agents, assisted by a K-9, located ten bundles of marijuana

weighing 53 lbs in the roof of the Ambulance. Three subjects were arrested.

Frank Valdez

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Sergio Manuel

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Guillermo

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On 12 MAR 2011, THP Troopers conducted a traffic stop on a 1995 Nissan Pathfinder. All

occupants of the vehicle bailed out and absconded into the brush. A search of the vehicle revealed

six bundles of marijuana, with a total weight of 262 lbs of marijuana in the vehicle. The vehicle and

marijuana were seized. Note the type of bags containing the load.

Analyst Note: These types of

bags (sugar sacks) were noted in

two seizures in last weeks BOSA,being camouflaged in an identical

manner. One occurred in the RGV

Sector in Starr Co with the sacks

containing 308.4 lbs of marijuana

recovered from a white van. The

second occurred in the Laredo

Sector in Webb Co with the sacks

containing 365.9 lbs marijuana

abandoned near Malapie

Pipeline.

RGV SECTOR LAREDO SECTOR


On 11 MAR 2011, THP Trooper initiated a traffic stop on a

2008 Ford F-250, pulling a home-made utility trailer on

SH-359, near Laredo. The Trooper located and seized 1,080

lbs of marijuana from a false floor/generator compartment of

the trailer. The male driver was arrested. The marijuana and

vehicle were seized.

Actual smuggling map

found in vehicle with route

marked out.



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On 14 MAR 2011, Laredo PD identified the victim of a violent murder in Laredo, TX. Twenty-three

year old Alma De Hoyos was stabbed multiple times at her east Laredo apartment. One of her

three children was with her at the time, and police issued an amber alert for the other two girls they

believe were taken from the home. They were found hours later in west Laredo. The children's

father, 38-year-old Francisco Moncada De Hoyos, is officially the suspect in the case.

Francisco Moncada De Hoyos is suspected of murdering his wife, at 2904 E. Elm, Apt

#5, in Laredo, Texas. De Hoyos should have an ID card from Nuevo Laredo,

Tamaulipas, Mexico. De Hoyos was driving a grey 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette van,

VIN# 1GHDX03E1YD355472. Vehicle was located on Pierce/Anna St, in Laredo,

TX. SUBJECT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS

If located contact Laredo Police Department 956-795-2800 or the Laredo JOIC at 956-

764-3181.

The following information was taken from the BOLO created at the Laredo JOIC:


On 11 MAR 2011, Duval Co SO Deputy initiated a traffic stop

on a grey 2000 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck traveling on

SH-359, two miles west of Benavides, TX. The vehicle

traveled through a fence line and was located abandoned.

Deputies located 125 bundles of marijuana weighing a total

of 1,218 lbs, in the rear compartment of the cab and in the

bed of the truck. DPS AVN assisted in searching for

suspects.


Texas Military Forces Counter Drug Aviation:


On 9 MAR 2011, the Aircrew patrolled the Hebbronville area and located a small

group near SH-285. USBP Hebbronville Agents were notified and after a brief chase, apprehended five subjects.

On 10 MAR 2011, the Aircrew assisted USBP on the Dixon Ranch in search of IAs. USBP located two subjectsapproximately 25 miles NW of Laredo, TX.

On 11 MAR 2011, the Aircrew assisted USBP agents on the Briscoe Ranch in search for a group of IAs. Thesearch revealed 15 subjects in the brush and ground agents apprehended all 15 subjects.

On 14 MAR 2011, the Aircrew assisted USBP Laredo West Agents on the Petty Ranch in locating 13 subjects in

three separate groups. The Aircrew then responded to La Mesa Ranch where Aircrew assisted USBP in locating

28 subjects.

On 15 MAR 2011, the Aircrew assisted USBP Laredo West Agents in locating six subjects.

On 11 MAR 2011, CBP-OFO Officers working at the World Trade Bridge in Laredo seized 3,873.52

lbs of marijuana and a tractor-trailer. MARIJUANA BUNDLES IN THE REAR

OF THE TRAILER


Laredo Unified Command Sector Assessment

The Laredo Unified Command had a significant increase in marijuana, cocaine and

methamphetamine seizures for this reporting period. Currency seizures dropped and

illegal alien apprehensions remained approximately the same as last week. Stolen

vehicles recovered dropped from seven to six this period.

IH-35 and US-83 continue to remain active corridors for illicit drug traffic, as well as,

the Hebbronville areas of FM-1017 and SH-16, especially at or near the checkpoints.

A map discovered during a marijuana seizure marked a travel pattern northbound on

FM 649 from Roma to SH-359, then westbound on SH-359 to Laredo, avoiding any

checkpoints along the way.

The significant seizures this period were: 3,873.52 lbs of marijuana, seized by CBP-

OFO Officers from a tractor trailer rig at the World Trade Bridge. USBP Laredo North

Agents seized 10.2 lbs of cocaine from a tractor trailer rig and 19.9 lbs of meth from a

Lincoln LS passenger vehicle, at the IH-35 checkpoint.

There has been an increased concentration of IA apprehensions from stolen vehicles

in the northern counties of the Laredo AOR. It is expected that increased use of

stolen vehicles for transporting illegal aliens in this area will continue.


K E N E D YS T A R R H 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 SECTOR9 15 MAR 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 TMF

Cameron 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 3

Bailouts 4

Criminal Arrests 78

Fugitive Arrests 2


Pursuits 4

Scouts/Decoys 0


IAs/Referrals 12

IAs/USBP 996

OTMs 437

Contraband Seizures


Cocaine 0.063 lbs

Heroin 0 lbs


Currency $20,800.00

Other 0

Weapons

Handgun(s) 2

Long Gun(s) 3

Explosive(s) 1


Stolen 1

Recovered 1


Rio Grande Valley Sector


56.40

119.97

145.75

0.060.00

20.00

40.00

60.00

80.00

100.00

120.00

140.00

160.00

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956972 996

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$547,004$535,897

$0 $20,800$0

$100,000

$200,000

$300,000

$400,000

$500,000

$600,000

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19,613.35

39,364.60

13,095.10

26,570.00

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

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Vallucos Sureo 13 Hermanos Pistoleros Latinos

Texas Syndicate Norteo 14 Texas Chicano Brotherhood

Mexican Mafia Po Boys Partido Revolucionario Mexicanos

Latin Kings Tri-City Bombers South Side Bandito

The Hidalgo Co SO Gang Intelligence Unit reported 47 gang member arrests during this reporting

period. These arrests were made by 14 different agencies in the RGV sector. The gang members

were arrested for offenses such as, parole violation, aggravated robbery, theft of property, driving

while intoxicated, possession of marijuana in drug free zone, assault causing serious bodily injury,

failure to ID, contempt of child support, failure to register as sex offender, assault on public servant,

evading arrest, burglary of a vehicle, possession of controlled substance, sexual assault, robbery,

prohibited weapons switchblade/knuckles, unauthorized use of vehicle, hindering apprehension or

prosecution of known felon, criminal mischief, federal inmate, bench warrant, and murder.

The arrestees have gang affiliation with:

Gang activity

Hidalgo Co SO Deputies arrested 31 alleged gang members as part of the on-going Operation

Street Sweep. The initiative is designed to apply pressure on the gang criminal element in the

county. The suspects had outstanding warrants for their arrests ranging from murder to burglary of

vehicles. The suspects belonged to various street and prison gangs, including Southside Folk,

Southside Banditos, Texas Syndicate, Vallucos, Loco 13 and Latin Kings.



On 10 MAR 2011, from the Hidalgo POE inspected an inbound 2003 FordExpedition being driven by a Mexican Male. The inspection revealed 33.8 lbs of

methamphetamine concealed in the transmission of the vehicle. The driver was

arrested and the vehicle was seized.

On 13 MAR 2011, from the Hidalgo POE inspected an inbound 2001 NissanSentra being driven by a male Legal Permanent Resident. The inspection

revealed 11.2 lbs of methamphetamine concealed in a natural void under the

seat. The driver was arrested and the vehicle was seized.

CBP Officers:




From the Hidalgo POE inspected an inbound 2001 Chevrolet Silverado beingdriven by a male USC. The inspection revealed 161 lbs of marijuana concealed in

all four ties of the vehicle. The driver was arrested and the vehicle was seized.

ICE agents executed a federal search warrant on a warehouse on US-281 in

Edinburg, TX. Inside, they discovered a tractor-trailer with marijuana hidden in

false compartments. The 8,331-pound load of marijuana was estimated to be

worth more than $6 million. Agents also seized a loaded assault weapon. One

subject was arrested at the scene of the seizure. The male suspect had been

assigned to guard the load of narcotics.

From the Brownsville Gateway POE inspected an outbound pedestrian USC. Themale subject was found to be carrying $18,000 USD in his pants pockets. The

subject was questioned and released and the currency seized.

CBP Officers:


USBP Agents from the Rio Grande Valley Sector seized nearly 1.5 tons of marijuana in two

separate incidents. The seizures occurred near Escobares, TX, when an agent spotted tire tracks

from an all-terrain vehicle and footprints leading into the brush. The agent followed the trail and

found nearly 2,000 lbs of marijuana stashed throughout the brush. A freshly dug pit that was lined

with plywood was also found nearby. The other seizure, also in Escobares, netted nearly 1,000 lbs

of marijuana after agents observed suspicious activity near an abandoned mobile home. Upon

searching the area, agents detected a strong odor of marijuana emitting from the home and saw

several bundles of marijuana in plain view through the back window. Agents entered the abandoned

trailer and seized the marijuana. Agents arrested a man found hiding behind a stove.




Starr Co SO Deputies, assisted by ICE,

recovered 2,457 lbs of marijuana in 172

bundles, three rifles, two handguns, one smoke

grenade, and a white bag containing several

assault rifle magazines during a search of a

residence in Escobares, TX. Two male subjects

were arrested and turned over to ICE. Roma PD

also seized eight vehicles.

(1) Romarm/Draco 7.62 rifle

(1) Stevens Model 87A .22 rifle

(1) 308 Caliber assault rifle

(1) Taurus .38

(1) Taurus .357


East of the Anzalduas Bridge. TheAircrew searching the area just north of

the Rio Grande spotted two suspects

running southbound towards the river.

Aircrew assisted ground Agents in

apprehending one subject. The other

absconded into Mexico.

Near the Old Mac Pump area. The Aircrew arrived spotted two subjects hiding in the thick brushjust south of the wall. The Aircrew guided USBP ground Agents into the. One subject was taken

into custody by USBP Agents and the other was able to abscond into Mexico.

Near the Settling Basin area just east of the Hidalgo POE. Aircrew searching the area located alarge group of suspects hiding east of the Settling Basin road. Agents were able to apprehend

three of the suspects and seven others were picked up by a raft and taken back to Mexico.

USBP, assisted by DPS Air 108, searched:



Starr Co SO Deputy was advised of a vehicle rollover in Garceno, TX. Upon arrival, the Deputy

contacted a USBP Agent who stated that he was advised that the vehicle was seen by the

riverbank loading up bundles in the vehicle. Another Agent spotted the vehicle and started following.

As the suspect vehicle was approaching US-83, the driver lost control and crashed, causing the

vehicle to roll. As the agent approached the vehicle, he observed the driver break the vehicle

window with his hands. The Agent assisted in extricating the driver who was transported to the

hospital. The Deputy and Agents recovered 967 lbs of marijuana.


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A brown Suburban and a brown Crown Victoriatraveling north on Airport Rd in Rio Grande City, TX.

The Deputy attempted to conduct a traffic stop. The

Deputy observed the Suburban turn on to FM-3167,

and stop. Several subjects jumped out and absconded

into the woods. As the Deputy approached the vehicle,

he observed eight subjects still in the vehicle. USBP

arrived and took custody of the seven males and one

female, all from Mexico.

Starr County SO Deputy observed:

A red pickup truck and a blue SUV travelling north onEnergy Rd off of FM-1017, near San Isidro, TX. When the

drivers saw the Deputy, the drivers performed evasive

maneuvers. The Deputy observed the truck turn east and

stop on FM-1017 as the SUV continued on. The Deputy

stopped the pickup truck, where he observed nine people

still in the bed of the truck. When interviewed by the

Deputy, two of the occupants were found to be from El

Salvador, one from Guatemala, four from Jalisco, MX, and

the other two would only state Mexico. All subjects were

turned over to USBP.CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE


La Joya PD engaged in a pursuit with a white sedan passenger car that was traveling

northbound on Jara Chinas Rd. DPS Air 108 provided aerial assistance. During the

pursuit, the suspect vehicle deployed spikes (caltrops), attempting to disable the

pursuing officers vehicles. The vehicle travelled westbound near mile marker 14. Thesuspect bailed out and fled on foot. Aircrew arrived on scene soon after the bailout

and began searching the surrounding area. Aircrew located three subjects hiding in a

field just north of the vehicle. La Joya PD apprehended all three subjects.


Mission PD, with assistance from DPS Air 108, responded to a pursuit which involved

a suspect that struck a pedestrian and fled the scene near mile marker 6 and Shary

Rd, in Mission, TX. The unit pursued the vehicle for several miles. The Aircrew

provided over watch support as the officer conducted a felony stop on the vehicle. Both

the driver and passengers were taken into custody. The incident was believed to be

gang related.


USBP Agents, with assistance from DPS Air 108, conducted a search of a large

orchard near Jackson Rd and Military Hwy in Hidalgo, TX. The Aircrew located five

suspects hiding in the orchard and along brush lines. As the Aircrew guided Agents

into the location of the suspects, a short foot pursuit ensued. All suspects were

apprehended by USBP ground Agents.


Sullivan City PD Officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a

truck on US-83. The driver of the truck refused to stop and led

officers on a short pursuit. The driver eventually stopped and

surrendered to officers. An inspection of the suspect vehicle

revealed 383 of marijuana in 38 bundles in the back seat.

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Alamo PD and THP Troopers engaged in a pursuit with a vehicle on Alamo Rd heading northbound.

DPS Air 108 responded to the pursuit, and intercepted it shortly after the driver bailed out of the

vehicle near Tower Rd and Wisconsin Rd. The Aircrew searched a large wooded area just

southeast of the suspect vehicle and located the driver hiding underneath a large tree. Alamo PD

Officers and Troopers took the suspect into custody. The vehicle was loaded with seven large

bundles of narcotics totaling approximately 505 lbs of marijuana.




A La Joya PD Officer observed a suspicious

vehicle and decided to follow. The officer

attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the

vehicle, but the vehicle sped up, then pulled

over and waited for the officer to exit the

unit. Once the officer was out of the police

vehicle, the suspect vehicle sped off again,

leading officer on a pursuit on US-83E and

then north on Abram Rd. The vehicle

collided with an utility pole 4 miles north on

Abram Rd where both subjects bailed out

and absconded. The subjects were not

located, but the vehicle contained 430.2 lbs

of marijuana.


The Brownsville PD responded to a residence where narcotics

were being stored. Upon arrival, the Officer received consent to

search and recovered 483.7 lbs of marijuana. SIU Agents

arrested two male residents. During questioning, an unknown

male subject called one of the suspects cellular radios andadvised the suspect that they were ready and waiting at the

local sports store. SIU Agents then responded to the store

where they observed two males (a father and son) in front of a

store. In the parking lot, Investigators found the pickup truck

belonging to the arrested resident and $2,800.00 inside. The

father and son were taken in for questioning but later released.


A Pharr PD Officer conducted a traffic stop on a Honda

Civic. A records check of the driver revealed a warrant

from Pharr PD. A K-9 alerted to the presence of narcotics. The Officer

searched the alert point and found eight individually-wrapped cut corner

baggies containing a total of 28.8 grams of cocaine. The driver was

arrested and charged for Possession of a Controlled Substance.



ATF recently conducted a 13 Critical Tasks seminar last week in McAllen for members

of the RGV Unified Command. The seminar was a joint effort hosted by ATF and the

RGV JOIC, and presented by Forensic Technologies. Fifty two (52) officers from 10

agencies attended training which included The Transfer of Evidence to the Ballistics

Unit, Image Acquisition, and Hit Info to Relevant Investigative Personnel.

A traffic stop on a 2002 Ford F-150 on US-281 near San Manuel, TX. Verbal consent to searchwas granted and the Trooper found 36 bundles containing a total of 107 lbs of marijuana

concealed in the door and gas tank of the vehicle. The driver and passenger were arrested.

A traffic stop on a 2000 Ford Focus on US-83 near La Joya, TX. The Trooper smelled the odor ofmarijuana and observed large bundles in plain view in the back seat. Additional bundles were

found in the trunk for a total of 212 lbs of marijuana. The driver and passenger were arrested.

A THP Trooper conducted:



Starr Co SO Deputy responded to a call from a local rancher who reported an abandoned white

F-250 pickup along the fence line near his ranch. Upon arrival, the Deputy made contact with a

USBP Agent who stated that the vehicle had originated from the Zapata/Starr Co line and was

suspected of criminal activity. Witnesses stated that they observed a black Silverado arrive and

start unloading bundles from the abandoned truck. The subjects then fled the area knocking down

fence posts as they left. CBP Aircrew arrived but could not locate the black suspect vehicle. When

USBP Agents arrived, they found 370.9 lbs of marijuana still in the F-250 truck bed. USBP took

custody of the marijuana. Starr Co SO took custody of the vehicle which was registered in Peitas,

TX.

Small chunks of marijuana left in the bed.


The RGV Unified Command agencies were responsible for the seizure of over 26,000 lbs of

marijuana. This is a 100% increase from last weeks 13,095 lbs. Cocaine seizures decreased from145.75 lbs last week to a combined agency total of 0.063 lbs. The US Border Patrol, CBP OFO,

DPS Aviation, CBP Air and Marine, Pharr PD, DPS THP and CID, Starr Co. SO, ICE, La Joya PD,

Hidalgo Co SO, Sullivan City PD and Brownsville PD contributed significantly to the marijuana

seizures during this reporting period.

The RGV JOIC conducted a site visit of the Pharr International Bridge to ascertain surveillance

capabilities and manpower resource requirements for southbound operations. The Lt and BLO met

with CBP OFO and Pharr PD supervisors and were given an extensive tour of the facility. All parties

welcomed assistance from the JOIC and expressed appreciation for intelligence and information

sharing. Additional, the RGV JOIC conducted liaison with the San Juan Police Chief.

The Mexican Military responded to requests from the USBP International Liaison Unit to search the

south side of the Rio Grande. The Mexican Military conducted sweeps near the river and located

several members of the DTOs who were taken into custody. The Gulf Cartel and Zeta factions

continued to confront each other on the city streets of Reynosa and Miguel Aleman in Mexico. The

cartels are crossing their narcotic loads further west in the USBP Rio Grande City Station Area of

Responsibility (AOR). Several stash houses were located by ICE, Starr Co Sheriffs deputies andRoma PD and as a result numerous bundles of marijuana and several weapons were seized.

RGV JOIC Sector Assessment


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COASTAL BEND UNIFIED COMMAND SECTOR9 15 MAR 2011


USBPCBP OFO ICEFBI ATFDEAUSCGHouston 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 7

Bailouts 8


Fugitive Arrests 156


Pursuits 9

Scouts/Decoys 0


IAs/Referrals 23

IAs/USBP 23

OTMs 0

Contraband Seizures

Marijuana 211.75 lbs

Cocaine .437 lbs

Heroin .084 lbs

Methamphetamine .003 lbs

Currency $58,640.00

Other

Weapons

Handgun(s) 6

Long Gun(s) 0

Explosive(s) 0


Stolen 1

Recovered 7



Coastal Bend Sector


$183,287$206,536

$1,532,690

$58,640$0

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$400,000

$600,000

$800,000

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Additional information THP Jim Wells seized 175 lbs of marijuana(47 bundles) concealed inside the trunk of a

2002 Chrysler Sebring traveling from Edinburg,

TX, to San Antonio on US-281N.



Additional Information (cont)

Thick brush search area.

Stolen mobile home

Suspected marijuana grow house

DPS Air 103 assisted DPS/CID investigators attempting to locate stolen backhoes and bulldozers in

Jim Wells and Duval Counties. The Aircrew also assisted THP with a Border Star Taskforce in

Victoria and Jim Wells Counties, including assistance with surveillance on a stolen mobile home.

DPS Air 103 assisted Border Patrol in Falfurrias who were tracking numerous suspects. The flight

crew located an abandoned vehicle in San Patricio Co, and a suspected marijuana grow house in

Refugio Co.

Stolen vehicle recovered


Additional informationVictoria Co SO seized $757 USD, two pistols, a stolen Chrysler Sebring, and 0.113 lbs

of marijuana following a pursuit and bailout. Two individuals were arrested.

Bee Co SO seized 32.9 lbs of marijuana concealed inside a 2011 Jeep Cherokee SUV which was

rented from Enterprise LLC, Alice, TX. The driver was traveling from Tynan, TX (near IH-37 and SH-

359), to San Antonio.

Yorktown

Smuggling map

found in vehicle.




Seguin PD seized 0.083 lbs of heroin, 0.395 lbs of

cocaine, $538 USD and one handgun from a 1999 Jeep

Cherokee. The driver had 18 outstanding warrants.

THP in Victoria Co seized $78,000 USD (as previously reported on 18 JAN 2011) concealed inside

the drivers luggage located in a 2007 BMW 350I. Later, a second search located an additional$56,830.00 USD concealed inside a folding chair bag.

Coastal Bend JOICs Sector Assessment

Marijuana seizures reported by the Unified Command decreased sharply in the Coastal

Bend Sector over the last reporting period from 4,019.15 lbs to 211.75 lbs. Cocaine

seizures as well have decreased significantly from 106.59 lbs to 0.44 lbs. Four US

currency seizures totaling, $58,640.00 were reported in the Coastal Bend Sector. IA

referrals, bailouts and recovered stolen vehicles have increased this reporting period.

Vehicles reported stolen and absconds after bailouts have decreased. US-59N and

US-281N continue to be used for transportation of marijuana.


A review of the Sarita and Falfurrias Checkpoint reports revealed that between 10 MAR and

15 MAR 2011 there were 9,069.4 lbs of marijuana and no cocaine seized at the Falfurrias

Checkpoint (US-281 N). On 15 MAR 2011 a tractor trailer was seized concealing a large load of

marijuana weighing 8,070.2 lbs mixed with a load of limes. There were 11 incidents this

reporting period at the Falfurrias Checkpoint. The incidents and amounts were down for this period

as are the seizures in the entire sector, excluding one large load. Truck/tractor and trailers are still

being used to transport large marijuana loads co-mingled with produce to the Houston area along

US-281N. At the Sarita Checkpoint on US-77N, there were no reported seizures of marijuana or

cocaine.

Coastal Bend JOICs Sector Assessment (cont)

Recent seizures in the Coastal Bend and

RGV Sectors indicate an increase in

truck/trailer combinations transporting large

amounts of marijuana along US-77, US-281,

and US-59 northbound to the Houston area

and co-mingling the loads with produce

such as watermelons, cabbage, limes, etc.21 FEB 2011 Load 4,024.5 lbs

Pharr POE (LIMES)

22 FEB 2011 Load 2,731.5 lbsPharr POE (LIMES)

25 FEB 2011 Load 3,194.5 lbsProgresso POE (LIMES)

27 FEB 2011 Load - 4,253.2 lbs

THP Wharton (ORANGES)

Reported 10 MAR 2011 BOSA - 1,677.70 lbs

Falfurrias Checkpoint (CABBAGE)

(No photos)

Reported 18 MAR 2011 BOSA (above) 8,070.2 lbsFalfurrias Checkpoint (LIMES)

(No photos)

31 JAN 2011 2,666.00 lbsOrigin: Alamo, TX; Destination: Dallas, TX

(WATERMELON) (No photos)


THP [ Carson Co.] 9 lbs of marijuana trunk; Fresno, CA to Helena, AR.

$14,400 USD & 18 grams of marijuana luggage in trunk; Atlanta, GA to California.

$175,900 USD pillowcase in vehicle; Martinsville, VA to Arizona.

THP [Montgomery Co.] $33,027 USD, 10 morphine tablets, 20 hydromorphone tablets, & 6 guns floor and center console; Willis, TX to Huntsville, TX.

THP [Oldham Co.] 47.06 oz of liquid codeine & 32 Hydrocodonetablets quarter panel of vehicle; Glendale, CA to South Carolina.

35.63 lbs of marijuana & 1.28 lbs of hashish luggage; Albuquerque, NM to Dallas, TX.

6.51 lbs of marijuana & 1 handgun trunk; California to Norcross, GA.

THP [Kaufman Co.] 7.0 lbs of marijuana trunk on top of spare tire; San Marcos, TX

to Edgefield, SC.

THP [Potter Co.] 118 lbs of marijuana inside tractor trailer; McAllen, unknown.

THP [WalkerCo.] $28,000 USD and 6 weapons air filter system; Houston, TX to Dallas, TX.

THP [Chambers Co.] 15 lbs of marijuana, 107 grams of codeine, 17.10 grams of Xanax, $10,821 USD & one handgun center console, on person, under drivers seat and inside stereo speaker in the trunk; Houston, TX to Opelousas, LA.

THP [McLennan Co.] 3.4 kilograms of cocaine & 1.0 lb of marijuana tailgate; Austin, TX to Jackson, TN.

THP [Delta Co.] 30 ecstasy tablets submerged in drink cup in

center console; Paris, TX to

Dallas, TX.

THS [Anderson Co.] 10.2 lbs of marijuana duffle bag in trunk; Houston, TX

to Tyler, LA.

StatewideCorridorSeizures

THP [Hale Co.] 1 lb of marijuana center console and floorboard; Lubbock,

TX to Plainview, TX.



11 MAR 2011 THP Brenham conducted atraffic stop on a 2002 Lincoln Blackwood

towing a 2006 Nissan LL on a car dolly with

Texas Dealer license plates. It was determined

the two occupants were not car dealers and

were in violation of dealer tag restrictions.

While searching both vehicles, the air cleaner

assembly was opened on the towed vehicle

and a vacuum sealed bag wrapped in electrical

tape was located containing $26,000 USD. An

additional $2,000 was found in the

pants of the passenger.

7 MAR 2011: CID Agents, along with the FBI, Houston PD,

and the TDCJ Office of the Inspector General, conducted a

joint operation targeting Jaqueline Gomez (wife of known

MEXICAN MAFIA member Sergeant Ricardo Sanchez who

is currently in jail). Following her arrest, Agents executed a

search warrant at her residence in Houston and seized

three handguns, a ballistic vest, 90 grams of hydroponic

marijuana, one stun gun, one metal detector, drug and

gang paraphernalia and $5,300 USD. Also,

Jaqueline Gomez

arrested were two of Sanchezs brothers.


13 MAR 2011: THP Amarillo conducted a traffic stop on a 2000

Freightliner TT pulling a 2000 Hyundai trailer and arrested two

suspects. A consent to search revealed 91 bundles of hydroponic

marijuana (totaling 118 lbs) concealed in boxes in the middle of the

trailers cargo. The suspects gave no indication as to where the marijuana originated or was destined.

8 MAR 2011: DPS/CID

Lufkin executed a search

warrant at a residence in

South Livingston. Agents

seized 1.2 lbs of cocaine,

$20,462 USD and six

weapons. One defendant

was arrested without

incident.CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE


15 MAR 2011: THP Conroe, with the assistance of CID and Montgomery Co Constables Office (Precincts 1 and 4), conducted a traffic stop on a 2004 BMW M3S and arrested one suspect. A consent

to search was denied and the K-9 Unit was called to the scene. Following a positive free air search, a

probable cause search revealed $30,100 USD on the front passenger floorboard in a Ziploc bag and

wrapped in aluminum foil, and $2,927 USD located in the center console. A further search revealed

morphine and hydromorphone pills, 6 guns and numerous police paraphernalia.



SIGNIFICANT EVENTS IN MEXICOSIGNIFICANT EVENTS IN MEXICO



CARRILLO PUERTO, VERACRUZ On 15 MAR 2011, aNARCOTRAINING RANCH, La Leona Ranch, discovered by

the Mexican Military. The area contained a shooting range

with the following materials: 17 guns, 4 grenade launcher

attachments, 12,344 cartridges, 355 helmets, 191 magazines,

15 rifle grenades, 6 electric detonators, 6 ordinary detonators,

3 metal devices for anti-personnel mines, 4 vehicles,

mannequins and silhouettes for training.

Significant events in Mexico (cont)


CD JUREZ - On 10 MAR 2011, Jurez Mayor Hctor Murgua

appointed the former police chief of Tijuana, Lt. Colonel Julin

Leyzaola, a retired Mexican military officer, as the new head of the

police department. The work of Leyzaola in Tijuana from DEC 2008

to OCT 2010 has been praised by Mexican President Felipe

Caldern and by the US Ambassador in Mexico, Carlos Pascual,

and he is well known in Mexico for his work against crime. Under

his leadership, Tijuana was able to achieve a significant decrease

in crime rates. Leyzaola has waged an unprecedented campaign

against police corruption in the department, where many officers

were known to work for organized crime. During his tenure more

than 600 officers were dropped from the force and 43 lost their

lives.

LTC Julin Leyzaola being sworn into

office by Jurez Mayor Hctor Murgua

LTC Julin Leyzaola inspects a

Jurez police station.

CD JUREZ - On 10 MAR 2011, soldiers from the

Mexican Army seized 790 kilos of marijuana at the

railroad station. The load was concealed in a tank car

on a train coming into the city.



CHIHUAHUA - On 10 MAR 2011, Juan Jos

Sierra Lara, 24, was arrested by police in

colonia Campo Bello in Chihuahua city while

in the possession of sixteen rifles, two

handguns, 944 rds of ammo in various

calibers, and assorted accessories including

vests and communication equipment. Juan

Jos Sierra Lara is a suspected member of

the group Gente Nueva, a branch of theSinaloa crtel.

Weapons, ammunition, and equipment

seized during the arrest.




CD JUREZ On 10 MAR 2011, At least two menarmed with pistols forced the driver and passenger out

of a Chevrolet Astro Van then burned the vehicle after

dousing it with gasoline. The incident occurred at the

foot of the Bridge of the Americas on the Mexican side.

The van belonged to Seguros USA, a Mexican

insurance company.

CD. JUREZ On 09 MAR 2011, three town sanitationworkers were shot and killed inside a kiosk in the town

of Barreales near Guadalupe Distrito Bravos in the

Juarez Valley. Twenty 9 mm shell casings were found at

the scene.

CD. JUREZ On 10 MAR 2011, a municipal police officerwas attacked by gunmen. The officer was seriously wounded

in the attack which occurred as he left his home located in

colonia Ciudad Moderna. This was the sixth attack on law

enforcement within a 24 hours.



CD. JUREZ On 28 FEB 2011, a five-year old boy died fromwounds received during an attack which killed his parents and

two other family members. The boy had been shot in the head

during the incident that occurred at the intersection of Ejrcito

Nacional and Plutarco Elas Calles streets.

CD. JUREZ On 11 MAR 2011, an Federal police agentwas shot and killed and another wounded. The incident

occurred near the intersection of Acuario and Leo streets in

colonia Luis Olague. Thirty-five 9 mm and seven 7.62 x 39

mm shell casings were found at the scene.

CD. JUREZ On 11 MAR 2011, two guards from the stateprison in Cd. Jurez were attacked while driving along

Independencia Avenue near Custodio de la Repblica

Street. They attempted to escape their attackers by driving at

high speeds causing one of their vehicles tires to blow out. Thetwo attempted to escape on foot when they were seriously

wounded.

CD. JUREZ on 13 MAR 2011, a woman was shot andkilled inside a beauty salon located near the intersection of

Texcoco and Amricas streets. Another woman was

seriously wounded in the attack. The homicide occurred in

one of the Safe zones established under the TodosSomos Juarez program.



CD. JUREZ On 14 MAR 2011, the driver of a public busbelonging to the Jurez-Porvenir line was shot and killed

while conducting his route along Gmez Morn Avenue in

colonia Satlite.

CD. JUREZ On 14 MAR 2011, a man whose hands andfeet were bound was shot and killed and his body thrown

from a bridge into Daz Ordaz Viaduct near Francisco J.

Mina Street.

CD. JUREZ On 14 MAR 2011, a manwas shot and killed after being pursued

by attackers along De las Torres Avenue.

The attackers fired an AK-47 during the

chase and a number of 9 mm shell

casings were also found at the scene.

The victim was later identified as an

attorney who had been kidnapped then

released six months earlier.



On 14 MAR 2011 a plan that could increase the number of US

Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Jurez was

welcomed by that city's mayor while meeting with US diplomats,

Mexican officials said. US Ambassador in Mexico, Carlos

Pascual, met with Jurez Mayor Hctor Murgua to discuss

national security matters after last week's blow against the

Barrio Azteca gang, known to operate in both El Paso and

Jurez. Ambassador Pascual was in the city to gauge the

mayor's feelings toward US involvement in Jurez, according to

a spokesperson for the mayor. "My stance is that in Jurez we would welcome help from any

institution, be it Mexican or foreign, the mayor said. He said that criminals live in El Paso and crossthe border into Jurez to commit crimes. "That is why we need to collaborate with US authorities,"

he said.

The number of DTO related homicides in Ciudad

Jurez and surrounding communities continues to

increase. There have been 45 DTO-related

homicides during this reporting period. Thus far,

there have been 85 killed in March, bringing the total

to 539 for the year.

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NUEVO LAREDO On 15 MAR 2011, the interim director of a stateprison in Nuevo Laredo, Rebeca Nicasio Vazquez, was killed less

than three months after the Zetas drug cartel staged a massive

jailbreak at the facility. Nicasio Vazquez died after being stabbed in

the neck four times by an inmate during a routine weapons search.

Two other guards were injured while trying to help her. Nicasio

Vazquez had replaced the prisons previous director, EfrainHernandez Llamas, who disappeared 17 DEC along with 153

inmates, during a prison break.

CD. VICTORIA On 15 MAR 2011, acar bomb exploded in Cd Victoria

causing only minor damage to

buildings and vehicles. The vehicle

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