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CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION – LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE

CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATIONThis document was created by Texas Department of Public Safety’s 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.

Reporting Period: 30 NOV – 07 DEC 2011


Key Events and Findings

• In the RGV Sector, DPS CID Agents seized 2,827 lbs of marijuana comingled within a load of

limes from a 2001 Kenworth tractor trailer. *A larger seizure that occurred this week is currently under

investigation and will be reported at a future date. (p. 59)

• In the RGV Sector, CBP Officers at the Pharr POE seized 22.35 lbs of methamphetamine

concealed in the trunk of a 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (p. 46)

• In the Coastal Bend Sector, San Patricio Co SO seized 130 lbs of cocaine comingled among a

load of chayotes (type of squash native to Mexico) in a semi trailer. (p. 67)

• In the Laredo Sector, Laredo PD Officers seized $150,100 USD, wrapped in black packages

concealed inside a hidden compartment of a 2008 Nissan. (p. 37)

• USBP Agents seized 23 assault rifles, five magazines, 4,294 rds of 7.62x39mm ammo, and 980

rounds of 5.56x45 ammo in seven military-style duffle bags from a 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass

near Vega Verde Rd, west of Del Rio in Val Verde Co. (p. 30)

• The Mexican Oil Company, Pemex (Petroleos Mexicanos), claimed that more than 2.4 million

barrels of oil had been siphoned off from company facilities in the first nine months of 2011. This

amounts to a 61% increase from the same period in 2010, when less than 1.5 million barrels

were taken. (p. 87)

• Federal Police in the Mexican state of Tabasco seized $859,000 USD from a tractor trailer. Both

passengers stated they were traveling to Guatemala to purchase weapons. (p. 88)


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Dallam Lipscomb

Hemphill

Potter Gray

Parmer

Cochran

Yoakum

Hall

Hale Motley

LubbockDickens

Andrews

King

Terry

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

La Salle

Dimmit

Starr

Bowie

CassCam

p

Titus

Fra

nklin

Mo

rris

Rains Marion

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

CollinDentonHunt

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

HudspethEl Paso

TABLE OF

CONTENTS

TABLE OF

CONTENTS

El Paso Sector

p. 5-15

Marfa Sector

p. 16-23

Del Rio Sector

p. 24-33

Laredo Sector

p. 34-41Rio Grande

Valley Sector

p. 42-63

Coastal Bend

Sector

p. 64-73

Statewide Corridor Seizures

p. 74-80

Overall Assessment

p. 92-97

Sig. Mexico Events

p. 81-91


Operation BORDER STAR 30 NOV – 07 DEC 2011



EL PASO H U D S P E T H


UNIFIED COMMAND MEMBERS

Anthony PD

El Paso PD

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 Alcoholic Beverage

Commission

El Paso County Constables

USBP CBP – OFOICE West TX HIDTAEPICTMFDPS TPWDATFFBIUSMSUS 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)

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N E W M E X I C O


El Paso SectorThe Unified Command provided the following reports:

Absconds --

Bailouts --

Criminal Arrests 83

Fugitive Arrests 38

Gang Related Criminal Arrests 10

Pursuits 1

Scouts/Decoys --

Illegal Alien Apprehensions

IAs/Referrals --

IAs/USBP 131

OTMs 11

Countries

El Salvador 2

Colombia 2

Honduras 2

Ecuador 1

Sudan 1

Chile 2

Romania 1

Contraband Seizures

Marijuana 1,924.18 lbs

Cocaine 0.03 lbs

Heroin 0.33 lbs

Methamphetamine --

Currency $1,701.00

Other Chlordiazepoxide, 1 pill

Weapons

Handgun(s) 2

Long Gun(s) --

Explosive(s) --

Vehicles Stolen / Recovered

Stolen 15

Recovered 28


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

$0

$32,040

$26,575

$1,701$0

$5,000

$10,000

$15,000

$20,000

$25,000

$30,000

$35,000

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1,895.54

2,464.15

780.73

1,924.18

0.00

500.00

1,000.00

1,500.00

2,000.00

2,500.00

3,000.00

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4.00

0.02 0.07 0.030.00

0.50

1.00

1.50

2.00

2.50

3.00

3.50

4.00

4.50

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135

152149

131

120

125

130

135

140

145

150

155

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Fourteen gang-related incidents were reported during this period, involving fifteen arrests of members

from thirteen different gangs. There were ten criminal arrests and five fugitive arrests. Incidents involved:

Theft, Evading Arrest, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of

a Prohibited Weapon, Assault, and Robbery.

Folk Latin King Segundo Barrio Barrio Moras Park

Crips 19th Street Mexican Mafia Varrio San Felipe

Bandidos Barrio Azteca Lopez Maravilla True Nation Society

Sureno 13

Gang activity for the week of 01 December 2011 thru 07 December 2011

Martin, Jesus

11/23/1964

Poss of C/S

Mexican Mafia

Campos, Jesus

05/20/1978

Prohib Weapon

Bandido

Gang members who were involved in various incidents during the week of 01 DEC through 07 DEC and featured

on El Paso JOIC JSARs.

Soria, Carlos

11/20/1974

Fugitive

Sureno

Saenz, Jesus

12/04/1969

Fugitive

Barrio Azteca

Aguilar, Joel

04/05/1990

Theft

Crip

Chaparro, Roberto

12/14/1970

Agg Robbery

EX-Barrio Azteca

Gutierrez, Jorge

12/18/1981

Fugitive

Barrio Azteca

Gonzalez, Ruben

12/18/1974

Poss of C/S & MJ

True Nation

Society

Briseno, Santiago

03/27/1987

Fugitive

Segundo Barrio

Griebel, Julian

05/31/1994

Theft

19th Street

Rios, Daniel

12/26/1992

Theft

Latin King

Lazarin, Elias

08/04/1986

Fugitive

Folk

Meza, Victor

01/04/1991

Evading

Barrio Moras Park

Bustamante, Jesus

01/08/1990

Poss of Marijuana

Lopez MaraVilla

Villanueva, Alejandro

12/19/1984

Assault

Varrio San Felipe


El Paso County SHOCAP Data Sheet

SHOCAP stands for Serious Habitual Offender Comprehensive Action Program. The El Paso Co SHOCAP Task Force entails officers

from various law enforcement agencies and the El Paso Co Attorney‟s office. There are currently 56 juveniles in the SHOCAP

program with 46 listed as gang members attending 28 public schools. The following is a breakdown of the gang members enrolled in

a public school and what gang they belong to.

School District School Gang

El Paso ISD

Delta Academy Varrio Gatos Locos, Hoova Crips, Varrio Hacienda Heights, Latin Kings, Sur 13, and

Varrio North East

El Paso High Barrio Canuto Rifa

Burges High School Varrio San Juan

Austin High School Varrio Glenwood Street, Central Side Locos, Can‟t Be Stopped

Andress High School Black Out or North Side, Brown Pride Kings

Chapin High School Brown City Gangsters

Jefferson High School Segundo Barrio Kings

Irvin High School Crips

Franklin High School Puro Barrio Sandoval

Henderson Middle School West Side Nation

Guillen Middle School 36 Mafia

Macarthur Middle School Brown City Gang

Bassett Middle School Most Real Killers

Socorro ISD

Socorro High School Bloods

Montwood High School Varrio Chuco Trece, Sur 13

El Dorado High School Varrio San Juan

Keys Academy Thug Nation Soldier

Ysleta ISD

Parkland High Varrio North East

Ysleta High Los Midnite Locos

Bel Air High Ruthless

Hanks High Varrio Hacienda Heights

Eastwood High School Can‟t Be Stopped

Tejas Academy Varrio North East

Cesar Chavez Academy Original Street Kings

Information courtesy of The El Paso County Juvenile Probation Department SHOCAP Unit

Current as of 06 DEC 2011


Gang Activity in the City of El Paso

JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV

Total Number of Active Gangs 228 228 228 231 235 236 236 237 246 248 251

Number of Gang Members 3660 3660 3666 3663 3667 3667 3673 3677 3677 3678 3682

Number of Juveniles 206 199 185 169 162 150 144 126 115 105 98

Number of Females 286 286 286 286 286 286 287 287 287 287 287

Number of Males 3168 3175 3190 3208 3219 3231 3242 3264 3275 3286 3297

GANG Call-Outs to Date 2011 4 5 5 7 7 7 8 11 12 19 21

GANG Call-Outs Cleared by Arrest 3 3 3 5 5 5 5 8 9 14 14

Number of GANG Arrests (YTD) 7 7 7 11 11 11 13 19 20 38 38

Number of Drive-Bys from Jan 1

to Date0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1

Number of Cases received by

Gang Unit to Date71 157 157 303 349 428 492 561 606 639 708

210

220

230

240

250

260

Total Number of Active Gangs

364536503655366036653670367536803685

Number of Gang Members

0

50

100

150

200

250

Number of Juveniles

3100

3150

3200

3250

3300

3350

Number of Males

ANALYST NOTE: Although, the total number of gang members has increased, the number of juveniles has

decreased. The number of female members has remained the same, while male members have grown.

Youth recruitment is loosing on two fronts: recruitment in schools has become more and more difficult,

and the once “juvenile” members are now over 18.


Additional Information

On 29 NOV 2011, CBP-

OFO Officers at the Ysleta

POE Cargo Facility seized

1,421.84 lbs of marijuana

that was concealed within a

shipment of furniture inside

a trailer pulled by a 2000

Freightliner tractor.

On 30 NOV 2011, CBP-

OFO Officers at the Bridge

of the Americas POE seized

49.60 lbs of marijuana that

was concealed within the

quarter panels of a 2002

Ford Explorer.

On 05 DEC 2011, CBP-OFO Officers at the Paso del Norte POE seized 43.98 lbs of marijuana

that was concealed inside the spare tire of a 2000 VW Golf.


Additional Information (cont)

On 29 NOV 2011, CBP-OFO Officers at the

Columbus, NM POE Pedestrian Checkpoint seized

2.20 lbs of marijuana that was concealed

underneath a subject‟s clothing and taped to his

legs and thighs. On the same date, CBP-OFO

Officers at the Columbus, NM POE Pedestrian

Checkpoint seized 4.40 lbs of marijuana that was

concealed underneath a subject‟s clothing and

taped to his legs and thighs.

On 02 DEC 2011, CBP-OFO Officers at the Paso del Norte POE seized 13.55 lbs of marijuana

that was concealed within the firewall, air filter and undercarriage of a 2002 Nissan Sentra.

On 18 NOV 2011, CBP-OFO Officers at

the Santa Teresa, NM seized 55.99 lbs

of marijuana that was concealed within

the dashboard of a 2002 Honda Insight.

Body Carriers:


Additional Information (cont)

On 06 DEC 2011, CBP-OFO Officers at the Paso del Norte POE seized 6.50 lbs of marijuana that

was concealed within the quarter panels of a 1998 Isuzu Rodeo.

On 05 DEC 2011, CBP-OFO Officers at the Paso del Norte POE seized 93.47

lbs of marijuana that was concealed inside the dashboard, firewall and rear

bumper of a 2001 Dodge Stratus.


In comparison to last week, the El Paso Sector experienced an increase in the seizure of marijuana and

heroin, and a decrease in the seizure of cocaine and methamphetamine. There was one reported currency

seizure by El Paso PD of $1,701 USD. There was a reported decrease in the number of stolen vehicles (15

compared to last week‟s 23), and an increase in recovered stolen vehicles (28 compared to last week‟s one),

as reported by El Paso PD and TX DPS.

Of the total 1,923 lbs of marijuana seized at the POEs: 1,422 lbs was seized at the Ysleta POE, 98 lbs at the

Bridge of the Americas (BOTA), 323 lbs at the Paso Del Norte (PDN), 56 lbs at Santa Teresa and 24 lbs in the

Lordsburg area. There were no reported seizures at the Fabens POE. There were a total of 14 reported

marijuana seizures across the POE‟s with no reported cocaine seizures.

The predominate concealment methods for marijuana during this reporting period were: three body carriers,

two each of the following; firewall, bumper, engine compartment, and one each of the following; dash board,

gas tank, seat, floor, undercarriage, tire and quarter panel.

During this reporting period, 131 IAs were apprehended. IA apprehensions decreased by 18 from the

previous week‟s 149. Total reported IA apprehensions within the El Paso Sector from 5 JAN 2011 through 06

DEC 2011 were 9,568 with 689 being Other Than Mexican (OTM).

El Paso Unified Command Sector Assessment

From 11/09 – 11/15 (14 OTM Apprehensions)




Leading IA OTM’s from 5 JAN to 7 DEC 2011

Guatemala 182

Honduras 125

El Salvador 113

Brazil 54

India 321

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25 1

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OTM Apprehensions between 9 NOV 2011 - 7 DEC


El Paso City Wide index crime continues to

show a decreased rate of 6% as compared to the

same time frame last year. There is a 300%

increase (12) in murders, a 31% increase (51) in

sexual assaults, a 3% decrease (11) in robberies,

a 7% decrease (718) in assaults, a 3% decrease

(57) in burglary, a 7% decrease (913) in larceny, a

9% decrease (124) in vehicle theft, and a 3%

increase (72) in vehicle burglary.

Citywide (YTD through Dec 3rd, 2011)

Offense 2010 2011 % Change

Murder 4 16 300%

Sexual Aslt 164 215 31%

Robbery 433 422 -3%

Aslt 10,869 10,151 -7%

Burglary 1,779 1,722 -3%

Larceny 12,967 12,054 -7%

Veh Theft 1,401 1,277 -9%

*Burg Vehicle 2,267 2,339 3%

Total: 27,617 25,857 -6%

*** Crime Rate: 4284 4011 -6%

Murder, 4 Sexual Aslt, 164

Robbery, 433

Aslt, 10,869

Burglary, 1,779

Larceny , 12,967

Veh Theft, 1,401

*Burg Vehicle , 2,267

Murder

Sexual Aslt

Robbery

Aslt

Burglary

Larceny

Veh Theft

*Burg Vehicle

City Wide for week ending 3 DEC 2010

Murder, 16 Sexual Aslt, 215

Robbery, 422

Aslt, 10,151

Burglary, 1,722

Larceny , 12,054

Veh Theft, 1,277

*Burg Vehicle , 2,339 Murder

Sexual Aslt

Robbery

Aslt

Burglary

Larceny

Veh Theft

*Burg Vehicle

City Wide for week ending 3 DEC 2011

El Paso Unified Command Sector Assessment (cont)


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

UNIFIED COMMAND

MEMBERS

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 /HSINPSWest 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 --

Bailouts --

Criminal Arrests 44

Fugitive Arrests --

Gang Related Criminal Arrests --

Pursuits --

Scouts/Decoys --


IAs/Referrals 3

IAs/USBP 32

OTMs 12

OTM Countries

Guatemala 9

Honduras 2

El Salvador 1

Contraband Seizures

Marijuana 818.11 lbs

Cocaine --

Heroin --

Methamphetamine --

Currency $1,019.00

Other.10 lbs Hashish,

1 – Zolpidem pill

Weapons

Handgun(s) 2

Long Gun(s) --

Explosive(s) --


Stolen 0

Recovered 0

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Marfa SectorThe Unified Command statistics over the past 4 weeks:

$0

$1,304

$0

$1,019

$0

$200

$400

$600

$800

$1,000

$1,200

$1,400

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1,164.33

648.42

860.98

818.11

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200.00

400.00

600.00

800.00

1,000.00

1,200.00

1,400.00

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0.02

0.00 0.00 0.000.00

0.01

0.01

0.02

0.02

0.03

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Southbound Operations

Four Hudspeth Co SO Deputies worked Southbound Operations.

Additional information

Sierra Blanca USBP Agents seized 88 lbs of marijuana concealed in a duffle

bag and apprehended one Lawfully Admitted Permanent Resident (LAPR) at

the IH-10 Checkpoint. The subject and marijuana were referred to DEA.

Sierra Blanca USBP Agents

seized 229.5 lbs of

marijuana and apprehended

one IA north of the Indio

Ranch, 32 miles southeast

of Sierra Blanca, TX, in

Hudspeth Co. The subject

and the marijuana were

referred to DEA Alpine for

federal prosecution.




On 30 NOV 11, DPS 119 assisted USBP on a manhunt near Taylor Pass on the 96 Ranch, 15

miles northwest of Valentine, TX, in Jeff Davis Co. This area is a known route for smuggling

narcotics into the US. After an extended search, the Aircrew was able to locate one person

believed to have entered the US illegally, and three bundles containing

145.6 lbs of marijuana. The marijuana was released to DEA.



Marfa USBP Agents seized 53.1 lbs of marijuana and apprehended one

USC at the US-67 Checkpoint four miles south of Marfa, TX, in Presidio

Co. The subject and marijuana were referred to DEA Alpine for federal

prosecution.


Metal canisters inside tire

JOIC NOTE: This is the first noted incident in 2011 that this technique has been interdicted in the AOR.

Sierra Blanca USBP Agents seized 38.47 lbs of marijuana, $1,019 USD, and

apprehended two USCs at the IH-10 Checkpoint five miles west of Sierra Blanca, TX,

in Hudspeth Co. The subjects, currency, and marijuana were referred to Hudspeth Co

SO for state prosecution.



Marfa USBP Agents seized 242.6 lbs of marijuana and apprehended two USCs at the

US-67 Checkpoint four miles south of Marfa, TX, in Presidio Co. The subjects and

marijuana were referred to ICE Presidio for federal prosecution.


Carpet appears to have been

tampered with

Multiple hidden compartment cut outs throughout the vehicle

Access to compartments

behind front seats


Marfa Unified Command Sector Assessment

Totals for narcotics seized decreased this week. IA apprehensions increased to 32 compared to

last week‟s 25. Criminal arrests increased with 44 arrests compared to last week‟s 32.

Criminal activity was spread across the sector, with backpacking continuing to be the most

prevalent method of smuggling. After market compartments and metal containers inside tires were

also seen in the area. The use of metal containers inside of tires has been previously observed, but

this was the first time it was noted this year. This container bears a striking resemblance to other

tire containers seen in other sectors in the past.

The area along US-90W of Marfa continues to report backpacking apprehensions, east and west of

Valentine along the US-90 corridor. Backpacking activity was also noted in Hudspeth Co, southeast

of Sierra Blanca near Eagle Peak.

The IH-10 Checkpoint at Sierra Blanca continues to report seizures of high quality hydroponic

marijuana in the 1-6 lb size range, moving from west to east. One small cash seizure was made at

the IH-10 Checkpoint.

Extreme weather conditions may have impacted the backpacking loads moving north.

Temperatures have been as low as 9 degrees, with snow flurries, freezing moisture, and

accumulations in the mountain passes along the rim. Wind chill factors have dipped to near zero.

If this trend is sustained, it is likely narcotics loads will also continue to drop.


V A L V E R D E

U V A L D E

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M A V E R I C K

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D I M M I T

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Dimmit Co SOKinney Co SOMaverick CO SOReal CO SOVal Verde CO SOUvalde CO SOZavala CO SODel Rio PD38th Judicial District (Volunteer)Dimmit Co Constable (Volunteer) PCT 2Dimmit Co Constable (Volunteer) PCT 3Uvalde PD (Volunteer)Zavala Co Constable (Volunteer)

USBPCBP-OFO CBP-ICESouth TX HIDTANPSDEAUSCGUSMSTPWDTMFIBWCDPSDimmit CO SOKinney CO SO



Del Rio Sector The Unified Command provided the following reports:

Absconds 10

Bailouts 1

Criminal Arrests 18

Fugitive Arrests 9

Gang Related Criminal Arrests --

Pursuits 1

Scouts/Decoys 1


IAs/Referrals 14

IAs/USBP 232

OTMs 82

OTM Countries

Honduras 34

Guatemala 31

El Salvador 15

Ecuador 2

Contraband Seizures

Marijuana 1973.73 lbs

Cocaine 49.16 lbs

Heroin --

Methamphetamine --

Currency --

Other --

Weapons

Handgun(s) --

Long Gun(s) 24

Ammunition 5,274

Magazines 9


Stolen 0

Recovered 4


Del Rio Sector

The Unified Command statistics over the past 4 weeks:

$0

$62,500

$0 $0$0

$10,000

$20,000

$30,000

$40,000

$50,000

$60,000

$70,000

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1,608.53

1,096.65

1,674.18

1,973.73

0.00

500.00

1,000.00

1,500.00

2,000.00

2,500.00

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Gang activity

Passenger

Driver Gang affiliation – “The Fellas”

On 02 DEC 2011, a Dimmit Co Deputy Constable stopped a silver 2010 Chevrolet Silverado on TX-85,

two mi east of the Nueces River in Dimmit Co. Both subjects from Devine, TX, stated they were seeking

employment within the oilfield industry and displayed multiple tattoos. When asked if they were members

of a gang, the driver stated he had previously been associated with THE FELLAS, a gang from San

Antonio. The passenger's tattoos resembled known gang styles but stated that he was not a member of a

gang. The driver was cited for a traffic violation, and both subjects along with the vehicle were released.

ANALYST NOTE: The listed tattoos of the driver include an ―evil clown‖ on right leg, ―Mary Jane‖ with ―cholo‖ clown face

on neck, a large ―oil field‖ across his stomach, ―Sin Amor‖ on right side of stomach (possible meaning ―With Love,‖ and

Martinez across his back). The running hatchet man tattoo is normally associated with the ―party crew,‖ JUGGALOS. This

group is not recognized as a true gang, but have been known to abuse drugs and conduct violent acts. Images below are

STOCK photos of iconic tattoos associated with the JUGGALO gang.




On 01 DEC 2011, USBP Agents, assisted by DPS Air 116, searched for a group of suspected

IAs on the Faith Ranch. While flying near a dry creek, the Aircrew directed ground units to the

area where they spotted a blanket wadded up under a bush. While approaching the creek

bed, an Agent located a group of six IAs hiding under the creek bank.

On 30 NOV 2011, DPS Air 116 responded to USBP Agents on the Nixon Ranch, west of Del

Rio, TX. An extensive search led to the apprehension of four IAs.

On 30 NOV 2011, DPS Air 116 responded to USBP Agents who had arrested three IAs with

three bundles of marijuana. While searching a thick brushy area, the Aircrew located four

bundles of marijuana which were not part of the original call. The bundles were wrapped in

black plastic and were under some canvas duffel bags and dead vegetation. The bundles

weighed approximately 224.5 lbs.

. On 01 DEC 2011, USBP Agents near a ranch gate in Maverick Co observed a silver

2000 Chevrolet Silverado enter through the main gate and a short time later, exit at a

high rate of speed. The Agents stopped the vehicle on US-277 near Cemetery Rd. As

the Agents spoke to the two occupants of the vehicle, they observed white double

bundles in the rear cab area covered by a sweatshirt and a jacket. Both subjects were

placed under arrest and the vehicle was searched, revealing 198 bricks of marijuana

with a total weight of 415.7 lbs. A second vehicle, a black Chevrolet Silverado, in the

area was determined to be working with the load vehicle. Four subjects were in that

vehicle. The marijuana, load vehicle, and the two subjects in it were turned over to the

DEA. No disposition is available on the remaining four subjects.


On 30 NOV 2011, USBP Agents, assisted by DPS Air 116,

received information from a USDA Tick Rider, who had

observed three subjects running to a red 2001 Dodge

Ram 1500 that was parked on the side of US-277 in

Maverick, throwing large bundles in the bed and running

back into the brush. The red truck had been parked near

the hydro-electric plant. DPS Air 116 and USBP units

located the truck headed south on US-277, just north of

Eagle Pass, TX. A traffic stop was conducted on the

pickup. A search of the military-style duffel bags revealed

84 bricks of marijuana weighing 170.8 lbs. The driver

was arrested. A records check of the subject revealed an

active warrant out of Maverick Co; the subject, marijuana,

and vehicle were turned over to the Maverick Co SO. A

registration check of the LP revealed it to be fraudulent;

the actual LP was out of North Dakota and was located in

the back seat.

Stolen plates to deter the

discovery of the stolen vehicle


ANALYST NOTE: Tick Riders are mounted patrol officers who

conduct surveillance in South Texas, from Del Rio to

Brownsville, to prevent the spread of cattle fever by

quarantining any cattle that stray from Mexico, where cattle

fever is well-established.


Additional information (cont)On 30 NOV 2011, a USBP Agent on FM-2644,

observed a tan 2001 Chevrolet Silverado traveling

in tandem with a white utility vehicle. A records

check on the tan Silverado revealed that it was

stolen out of Austin. Dimmit Co SO Deputies and

Deputy Constables responded at FM-2644 and

US-277 and attempted to pull the vehicle over. The

vehicle refused to stop and a pursuit began. The

vehicle turned onto Tocquiny Ln where the

subjects bailed out and fled into the brush. Agents

apprehended 10 Illegal Aliens. The vehicle was

impounded by the Dimmit Co SO.

Stolen

truck

On 01 DEC 2011, USBP Agents near Vega Verde

Rd, west of Del Rio in Val Verde Co, observed six

subjects cross into the US. A short time later, a light

blue 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass approached. The

Agents observed the six subjects from MX approach

the driver and then move to the trunk. Agents

approached the vehicle and identified themselves.

The six subjects absconded back to MX; the driver

was detained and the vehicle was impounded. A

consent search of the vehicle revealed seven

military-style duffle bags. Inside the bags were a

total of 23 assault rifles, five magazines, 4,294 rds

of 7.62x39mm ammo, and 980 rds of 5.56x45

ammo. The subject and contraband were turned

over to the FBI.

Rifles had the serial number drilled through to prevent tracing

Prayer card –

Jesus Malverde,

the patrol saint of

drug traffickers.

Drug smugglers are

known to carry this

card when engaged

in trafficking.


Additional information (cont)

On 01 DEC 2011, USBP Agents inspected a gray

2005 Chrysler Pacifica at the Eagle Pass

Checkpoint on US-57 in Maverick Co. A K-9

alerted to the driver side rear wheel well; an

inspection of the area revealed a trap door. The

passenger side wheel well was inspected and

another trap door was located. Ten bundles of

cocaine were found inside both compartments

weighing 25.16 lbs. The driver, vehicle, and

narcotics were turned over to the DEA.

On 30 NOV 2011, a Maverick Co SO Deputy assisted ICE, USBP, and CBP

with a knock and talk at a residence in Eagle Pass. A consent was given for a

search; one AK-47, four AK-47 magazines, and two IAs were found in the

attic. ICE Agents took the weapon, magazines, and subjects into custody.

On 02 DEC 2011, CBP-OFO Officers at

Eagle Pass POE Bridge #1, Maverick

Co referred a blue and silver 2000

Chevrolet Silverado bearing LA plates

to secondary inspection. A K-9 alerted

to the vehicle‟s door area. Officers

found 65 packages hidden within the

door panels, and in both back seat

rests. The packages tested positive for

marijuana, and weighed a total of

47.78 lbs. The subject was turned over

to ICE/HSI.



On 05 DEC 2011, Maverick Co SO Deputies received an anonymous call

regarding possible narcotics smuggling. The Deputies located a vehicle that

matched the description given, a white 2003 Dodge Stratus. The Deputies

followed the vehicle to apartments on Del Rio Blvd in Eagle Pass, and spoke

to the two females that exited. Two male subjects exited and were not located.

A K-9 alerted on the vehicle; a search of the vehicle led to the discovery of ten

bricks of cocaine weighing 24 lbs. The two female subjects were arrested,

the cocaine was seized, and the vehicle was impounded.

On 05 DEC 2011, while working Operation MAVERICK, Maverick

Co SO Deputies responded to a call regarding two suspicious

vehicles, a white 2004 GMC Denali and a gray 2002 Mazda MPV,

near Deer Run Blvd in Eagle Pass, Maverick Co. As the Deputies

arrived at the location, two subjects absconded from the location.

The Deputies inspected the residence and found six duffel bags

with 354 lbs of marijuana inside. Disposition of the vehicles is

unknown.

Del Rio Sector Unified Command Sector Assessment

This reporting period, marijuana and cocaine were on normal levels with the past few reporting

periods, with marijuana being 300 lbs above last week. There were two significant seizures of

marijuana, one of 415.7 lbs and one of 354 lbs, both seizures subsequent to a traffic stop. Two

cocaine seizures were made, one of 24 lbs following an anonymous call and one of 25.16 at the

Eagle Pass Checkpoint. The year-to-date cocaine seizure is 1,789 lbs, which is 51 lbs less than

double of all seizures for 2010.


USBP Agents stopped a weapons smuggling group out of Del Rio. USBP Agents seized 23 rifles, 5

magazines, and 5,274 rds of ammo from a vehicle. There were indications that these weapons and

ammo, seen previously in Eagle Pass, were going to be crossed via the river and not through the

POE. Additionally, one AK-47 was recovered when a Maverick Co SO Deputy completed a “knock

and talk” search of a local residence (on behalf of ICE).

Stolen vehicles recovered decreased to four this reporting period, three of them being Ford F-250s.

Two Fords were recovered in Eagle Pass, one at the POE and one near the POE.

Illegal Alien apprehensions remained steady over the last three weeks, with Honduras being the

dominate country of OTMs.

Del Rio Sector Unified Command Sector Assessment (cont)

37

794

938

2,485

0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000

Ecuador

El Salvador

Guatemala

Honduras

OTM Apprehensions in Del Rio Sector since JAN 2011

*As reported to the BOSA


W E B B

J I MH O G G

D U V A L

Z A P A T A

L A S A L L E

F R I O


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

Full Map/Table of ContentsCONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION – LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE


Laredo SectorThe Unified Command provided the following reports:

Absconds 0

Bailouts 0

Criminal Arrests 19

Fugitive Arrests 0


Pursuits 0

Scouts/Decoys 0


IAs/Referrals 21

IAs/USBP 330

OTMs 108

Countries

Bangladesh 3

Cuba 1

Dominican 3

El Salvador 14

Guatemala 36

Honduras 41

Nicaragua 1

Spain 1

Sri Lanka 4

Tanzania 3

United Kingdom 1

Contraband Seizures


Cocaine 0.021 lbs

Heroin 19.224 lbs

Methamphetamine 1.23 lbs

Liquid Meth 12 liters

Currency $ 152,156.06

Other:

Weapons

Handgun(s) 2

Long Gun(s) 0

Ammunition 0


Stolen 6

Recovered 0


Laredo SectorThe Unified Command statistics over the past 4 weeks:

$5,181 $127,774

$728,647

$152,156

$0

$100,000

$200,000

$300,000

$400,000

$500,000

$600,000

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3,456.61

3,826.25

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On 18 NOV 2011, Webb Co SO Deputies conducted a traffic stop on a grey 1995 Toyota Camry at the

Laredo Land Fill on TX-359. The vehicle containing four male subjects wearing City of Laredo Uniforms

(Land Fill Employees) was searched, revealing 0.007 lbs of cocaine and 0.005 lbs of marijuana. The

male subjects were arrested; one of the four male subjects was identified as being a member of LOS

ZETAS; the vehicle was seized.

Gang Activity

Additional informationOn 02 DEC 2011, Laredo PD Officers serving a warrant for Possession of Controlled

Substance at a residence in Laredo, TX, recovered two handguns, several magazines for

both handguns, two bullet-proof vests and $1,455 USD. The subject was arrested and

remanded to the Webb Co Jail.

On 02 DEC 2011, Laredo PD Officers working in the Colinas Dr area recovered four bundles of heroin

with a total weight of 19.2 lbs. The subject who is a Mexican National was charged with Possession of

Controlled Substance and was remanded to the Webb Co Jail.

On 02 DEC 2011, Laredo PD Narcotics Investigators working along Santa Clara St and South Texas Ave

recovered 0.024 lbs of heroin. The subject was arrested, charged with Possession of Controlled

Substance and was remanded to the Webb Co Jail.

On 03 DEC 2011, Laredo PD Officers conducted a traffic stop on a 2008 Nissan with TX LPs on IH-35 in

Laredo, TX. Officers gained consent to search the vehicle and recovered a total of $150,100 USD,

wrapped in black packages in a hidden compartment. The case was turned over to ICE for further

investigation.

On 30 NOV 2011, THP Troopers & DPS CID Investigators executed a warrant in the 1600

blk of Market St in Laredo, TX, that resulted in the seizure of 1.35 lbs of marijuana, 0.01 lbs

of cocaine and $601.06 USD. Two male subjects were arrested at the scene, and the

narcotics were seized.



On 30 NOV 2011, USBP Laredo South Agents observed several

subjects carrying bundles near a local residence in Laredo, TX. The

subjects abandoned the bundles and absconded back to Mexico. The

agents discovered 226.2 lbs of marijuana that was turned over to

DEA.

On 01 DEC 2011, USBP Laredo West Agents near the Booth Ranch located two

military-style backpacks each containing one bundle of abandoned marijuana

weighing a total 66.1 lbs. The contraband was turned over to DEA.

On 30 NOV 2011, Webb Co SO Deputies patrolling Father McNabo Park in Laredo, TX,

apprehended four illegal aliens. All four subjects stated that they were from Mexico

and were turned over to USBP.

On 05 DEC 2011, USBP Laredo

North Agents working along IH-35

seized 46.8 lbs of marijuana that

was concealed within a spare tire of

a tan 2011 GMC truck with TX LPs.

The driver was arrested and turned

over to Webb Co SO, the vehicle

was seized by USBP, and the

contraband was turned over to DEA.Garcia, Patrick

03/04/1993



On 04 DEC 2011, USBP Hebbronville Agents working at the FM-1017 Checkpoint arrested two

subjects, and seized two vehicles with a total of 206.7 lbs of marijuana. Both vehicles were

traveling in tandem and were sent to secondary inspection after a K-9 alert. The first vehicle

driven by a male subject was a white 2007 GMC Sierra with TX LP‟s contained 63 bundles

concealed in the gas tank. The second vehicle driven by a female subject was a gold 2007

Chevrolet Avalanche with TX LPs contained 65 bundles concealed in the gas tank. The subjects,

vehicles, and contraband were turned over to Jim Hogg Co SO.

Calero-Pineda, Luis

Manuel

05/02/1975

Ramos, Martinez,

Sandy

01/07/1981

ANALYST NOTE: In recent months, Texas law enforcement agencies have apprehended other vehicles traveling

in tandum. Generally, the tandum vehicles include a load vehicle and a follow vehicle. The follow vehicle is meant

to deter law enforcement from catching the load vehicle. In past incidents, the ―follow‖ vehicle has attempted to

cause a LE vehicle to crash or impede the pursuit by LEOs.

On 01 DEC 2011, CBP/OFO Officers seized 12 liters of liquid

methamphetamine from inside twelve Corona beer bottles

(1 liter each) at Lincoln Juarez Bridge 2, Laredo, TX. The

narcotics were seized and the subject was arrested.

ANALYST NOTE: This is the fifth seizure of narcotics in liquid form concealed in Corona beer bottles

in the Laredo Sector. The last seizure occurred on 13 OCT 2011, at the Gateway to the Americas

Bridge in Laredo, TX, where liquid methamphetamine was concealed in two 32 oz Corona Beer



On 05 DEC 2011, USBP Hebbronville agents at the Eshleman Vogt

Property three miles east of Hebbronville, TX, encountered six duffel

bags containing 26 bundles of abandoned marijuana weighing 355.8 lbs.

The narcotics were turned over to DEA.

On 06 DEC 2011,USBP Zapata agents conducted a stop on a white 2011 Dodge pickup.

Subsequent search of the vehicle revealed 11 bundles of marijuana with a total weight of 213.3

lbs. The subjects, vehicle and marijuana were turned over to HSI/ICE.

Jones, Joseph

Michael

06/30/1990

Cates, Christopher

Lane Erich

01/18/1982

On 01 DEC 2011, CBP/OFO Officers seized 1.23 lbs of methamphetamine at

the Gateway to Americas Bridge (in-bound) in Laredo, TX. The contraband was

concealed within the boots of a male pedestrian. The male subject was

arrested.

Laredo Unified Command Sector Assessment

The Laredo Unified Command experienced a decrease in marijuana seizures this

reporting period. Cocaine seizures increased slightly. Heroin increased significantly

and methamphetamine increased, as well. Another liquid methamphetamine seizure

was reported, concealed within Corona beer bottles. Currency decreased, but

marked the ninth consecutive week for currency seized in our AOR.


Overall IA apprehensions decreased from 422 to 330. OTM apprehensions decreased from 190 to

108. Referrals from the Unified Command increased from 17 to 20.

Reported stolen vehicles dropped from seven to six and recoveries decreased from three to zero.

The largest single marijuana seizure this week was 355.8 lbs by USBP Hebbronville Agents. Laredo

PD seized 19.2 lbs of heroin. CBP/OFO Officers seized 12 liters of liquid meth at the Lincoln-

Juarez Bridge. Laredo PD seized two handguns, several magazines and two bullet resistant vests.

Laredo PD also had the largest currency seizure with $150,100 USD.

Laredo Unified Command Sector Assessment (cont)

DATE LOCATION SEIZURE

01 DEC 2011 Lincoln Juarez Bridge (Laredo) twelve Corona beer bottles (1 liter each)

13 OCT 2011 Gateway to the Americas Bridge (Laredo)via Mexican taxi

2.92 kg meth in two Corona beer bottles

14 MAY 2011 Lincoln Juarez Bridge (Laredo)via Mexican taxi

28.8 liters of meth in Corona beer bottles

19 MAR 2011 Hidalgo POE via 1993 Pontiac Mini Van

14.4 liters of meth concealed in Corona beer bottles.

11 FEB 2011 Laredo POE (Laredo)via a 2001 Ford F-150

37.17 lbs of cocaine in liter Corona beer bottles

20 JAN 2011 Laredo POE (Laredo)via a private vehicle

(6) liters cocaine in one liter Corona beer bottles

CORONA BEER BOTTLE CONCEALMENTS


K E N E D Y

S 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

UNIFIED COMMAND

MEMBERS

CBP – USBPCBP – OFOATFICE NCISUSCG US Fish & WildlifeStarr Co HIDTADPS – THP, CID, AVNTexas RangersTPWD Texas Military ForcesTXNG CDAECameron Co SOHidalgo Co SOKenedy Co SOWillacy Co SO Starr Co SOHidalgo Co Pct 3Hidalgo Co Pct 4Alamo PDAlton PDBrownsville PDDonna PDEdcouch PD

Elsa PDEdinburg PDHarlingen PD Hidalgo PD La Feria PDLa Grulla PD La Joya PDLa Villa PDLos Fresnos PDMercedes PDMission PDPalmhurst PDPalmview PDPenitas PD Pharr PDRaymondville PDRio Grande City PDRoma PD San Benito PDSan Juan PDUTPA PD UTB PDWeslaco PD




Rio Grande Valley SectorThe Unified Command provided the following reports:

Absconds --

Bailouts 2

Criminal Arrests 56

Fugitive Arrests 6


Pursuits 2

Scouts/Decoys --

Spikings --

Splash Downs --

Contraband Seizures


Cocaine 208.975 lbs

Heroin --


Currency $57,207.59

Other --

Weapons

Handgun(s) 2

Long Gun(s) 3

Ammunition --


Stolen --

Recovered 7


IAs/Referrals 5

IAs/USBP 1,139

OTMs 436

OTM Countries

El Salvador 142

Guatemala 139

Honduras 108

India 1

Ecuador 15

Dominican Republic 10

China 7

Nicaragua 2

Peru 2

Romania 2

Nepal 1

Venezuela 1

Taiwan 1

Colombia 3

Brazil 1

Sri Lanka 1


Rio Grande Valley SectorThe Unified Command statistics over the past 4 weeks:

$1,569 $3,860$0

$57,208

$0

$10,000

$20,000

$30,000

$40,000

$50,000

$60,000

$70,000

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23,103.54

20,352.62

25,456.92

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10,000.00

15,000.00

20,000.00

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30,000.00

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Gang activity

The Hidalgo Co SO Gang Intelligence Unit reported 44 gang member arrests this period. These arrests

were made by eight different agencies in the RGV sector. The gang members were arrested for offenses

such as: aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, assault causing bodily injury, parole violation,

possession of marijuana, driving while intoxicated, burglary of habitation, aggravated robbery, theft of

property, burglary of a vehicle, resisting arrest, engaging in organized criminal activity, and criminal

trespass. The arrestees have gang affiliation with:

Valluco Sureno 13 Pistoleros

Latin Kings Texas Chicano Brotherhood Loco Trece

Tri-City Bombers Texas Syndicate Po‟ Boys

Paisa

Southbound OperationsHidalgo PD Officer working bridge duty at the Hidalgo POE, conducted a traffic stop on a 2009

Chevrolet Tahoe traveling southbound. The Officer made contact with the driver who gave

conflicting stories in reference to ownership of the vehicle. The Officer determined that the

vehicle was stolen out of Pharr and took the driver into custody. A passenger in the vehicle

exited and absconded into Mexico. A search of the vehicle revealed $43,722.59 USD hidden

throughout the interior.


Rio Grande City PD Officer responded to a residence on US-83W in reference to dogs barking.

Upon arrival, the officer conducted a search of the area and found 251 lbs of marijuana in 45

bundles in the backyard area.

Rio Grande City PD Officer responded to a residence on W. Canal St. in reference to domestic

disturbance. Upon arrival, officer observed several bundles of what appeared to be marijuana inside a

black Chevrolet Impala. A total of 310 lbs of marijuana was seized.



CBP Officers at the Pharr POE inspected an inbound

2004 Chevrolet Impala with Mexico license plates

driven by a male Mexican Citizen. A secondary

inspection of the vehicle revealed 22.35 lbs of

methamphetamine concealed in the trunk area. The

driver was arrested and the vehicle was seized.



CBP Officers at the Pharr POE Import lot inspected an inbound 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier

with Mexican license plates driven by a female Mexican Citizen. A secondary inspection

of the vehicle revealed 20.45 lbs of methamphetamine discovered in the dash area of

the vehicle. The subject was arrested and vehicle seized.

Meth Bundles concealed in dash board area



CBP Officers at the Pharr POE inspected an inbound 2001 Kenworth tractor trailer with

Mexican license plates driven by a male Mexican Citizen. A secondary inspection of the

vehicle revealed 2,482.4 lbs of marijuana co-mingled with a load of produce (broccoli).

The vehicle was seized.



CBP Officers at the Pharr POE Import lot inspected an inbound 1993 International tractor

trailer with Mexican license plates driven by a male Mexican Citizen. A secondary

inspection of the vehicle revealed 2,331.8 lbs of marijuana discovered in the floor area

of the trailer. The vehicle was seized. Concealment area

Marijuana Bundles



CBP Officers at the Brownsville B&M Bridge

inspected an inbound 2009 Honda Civic with TX

LPs plates driven by a female USC. A secondary

inspection of the vehicle revealed 28.17 lbs of

cocaine in a non-factory compartment below the

undercarriage area. The driver was arrested and

the vehicle was seized.

non-factory compartment in undercarriage area

Edinburg PD arrested three adult males (all

IAs) for burglary of vehicle. During the arrest,

the subjects were found to be in possession of

property taken from a 2002 black Dodge

Durango. A Dodge Durango (stolen from and

recovered in Edinburg, TX), parts of a Ford F-

250 vehicle (stolen out from McAllen, TX), and

a third vehicle (recovered in Hidalgo, TX) were

recovered during the investigation. All suspects

confessed to being involved in an auto theft

ring. Subjects in the photo were involved in the

auto theft ring.



DPS Air 108 responded to assist Penitas PD in a pursuit and bailout of

approximately 15 suspects near Circle 6 St and Tom Gill Rd. A total of seven

suspects were located in three different groups by the Aircrew and taken into

custody by ground officers.

USBP Agents requested assistance from DPS Air 108 in a search in the Anzalduas area,

in reference to a group of suspects transporting contraband into the US illegally. The

Aircrew arrived on scene and located several suspects traveling southward. The

suspects returned to Mexico abandoning fellow traffickers and their cargo. The Aircrew

located two suspects and guided ground agents to their location. Agents also recovered

1,113 lbs of marijuana. Several of the remaining suspects fled back to Mexico before

the search was concluded.

Mission PD requested assistance from DPS Air

108 with the search of an armed suspect who fled

the area on foot. The Aircrew was released from

scene to assist Edinburg PD with a pursuit which

they intercepted on US-281N approaching

Canton Rd. The vehicle exited Canton Rd and

continued west into a neighborhood. The suspect

fled down an alley before bailing out and fleeing

on foot. The Aircrew observed the suspect flee to

a residence. Edinburg PD was advised and is

conducting an investigation.


DPS Air 108 assisted Hidalgo Co SO in a pursuit of a red Ford F-150 on TX-107. The vehicle almost

struck a Hidalgo County SO vehicle. The aircrew was able to see bundles of suspected illegal drugs in

the bed of the vehicle. The vehicle then drove into some heavy brush before striking a tree and becoming

disabled. The driver fled from the vehicle and attempted to hide in the brush. The Aircrew maintained sight

of the suspect with the thermal camera. Officers were guided towards the suspect‟s location. The subject

fled into an open field and was apprehended by officers with the assistance of the aircrew. Officers took

the suspect, a 16 year old USC into custody. A total of 569 lbs of marijuana was seized from the

pickup.


Bundles of suspected Marijuana

Suspect fleeing from vehicle

Suspect taken into custody

ANALYST NOTE: On 14 OCT 2011,

DPS issued a statement regarding the

recruitment of Texas High School

students for support of cartel activities.

The above is an example of a US high

school-aged minor involved in illicit

activity.



Weslaco USBP Agents seized 851.75 lbs of marijuana near Donna, TX. Agents seized a total of

nine bundles of marijuana in a Ford Explorer. One subject was arrested. DEA assumed custody of

the narcotics and the subject.

Weslaco USBP Agents seized 741.75 lbs of marijuana near San Juan, TX. Agents seized a total of

ten bundles of marijuana in a Chevrolet truck. No subjects were arrested. DEA assumed custody of

the narcotics. The vehicle reported stolen out of the Edinburg.

Rio Grande City USBP Agents seized 1,324 lbs of marijuana near

Escobares, TX. Agents seized a total of 60 bundles of marijuana in a

Chevrolet Trailblazer and a Jeep Grand Cherokee. No subjects were arrested.

HIDTA assumed custody of the narcotics and the two vehicles.

Rio Grande City USBP Agents seized 697 lbs of marijuana near La Grulla,

TX. Agents seized a total of ten bundles of marijuana abandoned in the brush.

No subjects were arrested. DEA assumed custody of the narcotics.

Rio Grande City USBP Agents seized 652 lbs of marijuana near Fronton, TX. Agents seized a

total of 40 bundles of marijuana in a GMC Sierra. No subjects were arrested. ICE assumed custody

of the narcotics.

Rio Grande City USBP Agents seized 683 lbs of marijuana near Escobares, TX. Agents seized a

total of 30 bundles of marijuana. No subjects were arrested. DEA assumed custody of the

narcotics.

McAllen USBP Agents seized 832.24 lbs of marijuana near Havana, TX. Agents seized 47 bundles

of marijuana hidden in the brush. No subjects were arrested. DEA assumed custody of the

narcotics.



Weslaco USBP Agents seized 4.48 lbs of cocaine at the FED EX warehouse in Pharr,

TX. A K-9 Agent alerted to one box which contained a total of two bricks of cocaine. No

subjects were arrested. DEA assumed custody of the narcotics.

Kingsville USBP Agents seized 13.8 lbs of cocaine near Sarita, TX. During a secondary inspection

of a Ford Explorer, agents seized six bundles of cocaine. Three subjects were arrested. ICE/HSI

assumed custody of the narcotics, vehicle, and the subjects.

Kingsville USBP Agents seized 17.9 lbs of cocaine near Sarita, TX. During a secondary inspection

of a Ford Expedition, agents seized seven bundles of cocaine. Two subjects were arrested. DEA

assumed custody of the narcotics, vehicle, and the subjects.

Falfurrias USBP Agents seized 2,172.75 lbs of marijuana at the Falfurrias Border Patrol

Checkpoint. During a secondary inspection of a 1997 Freightliner tractor trailer, Agents seized 137

bundles of marijuana. One adult male USC was arrested. DEA assumed custody of the narcotics

and the subject. The vehicle was seized.

Kingsville Agents seized 106.4 lbs of cocaine at the Sarita Border Patrol Checkpoint. During a

secondary inspection of a 2008 Kenworth tractor trailer, agents seized 41 bundles of cocaine. One

adult male USC was arrested. DEA assumed custody of the narcotics, the subject, and the vehicle.

USBP Agents requested assistance from DPS Air 108 in reference to searching for a

large group of suspects in the Falfurrias area. The Aircrew arrived on scene and

located the large group walking in a northeasterly direction. Aircrew guided ground

agents to their location. Agents apprehended a total of 19 suspects before the search

was concluded.


Additional information (cont) A THP Trooper conducted a traffic stop on a 2001 Pontiac Grand AM on US-281 near San

Manuel, TX. The Trooper made contact with the driver and received an implausible story

for trip and the vehicle's owner. A verbal consent to search the vehicle was requested and

granted. The vehicle was escorted to the Falfurrias Checkpoint and a free air search was

conducted utilizing a USBP K-9, which resulted in a positive alert. A search of the vehicle

revealed a total of 23 lbs of marijuana concealed behind the driver and passenger seats.


Additional information (cont) A THP Trooper conducted a traffic stop on a 2000 Chevrolet Impala on US-281 near San

Manuel, TX. The Trooper made contact with the driver and observed signs of extreme

nervousness. The Trooper also received conflicting stories regarding the destination.

Verbal consent to search vehicle was requested and consent was refused. A non-intrusive

free air search was conducted by a Edinburg PD K-9,which resulted in a positive alert. A

total of 62 lbs of marijuana in nine bundles was located concealed in a false front wall in

the trunk area.


CBP Officers at the Hidalgo POE inspected an inbound 2006 Chevrolet Equinox with TX

LPs driven by a male Mexican Citizen. A secondary inspection of the vehicle revealed

26.1 lbs of cocaine concealed in a floor compartment underneath the rear seat. The

subject was arrested and the vehicle was seized.


A Starr Co SO Deputy was advised that there were five male subjects in front of a local

lumber yard on US-83. The Deputy made contact with the subjects, but was unable to

communicate with them because they did not speak English. The Deputy requested

assistance from USBP Agents in reference to the five subjects that appeared to be of

Asian origin. Agents arrived on scene and assumed custody of the subjects.

Starr Co SO Investigators executed a search warrant at a residence on Garceno Loop in

Escobares, TX. The search revealed a total of 79.8 lbs of marijuana inside a tire and seized

$8,945 USD. Investigators arrested two male subjects for possession of marijuana and seized two

vehicles.



USBP Agents requested assistance from DPS Air 108 near the Penitas inlet at the Rio Grande.

Agents advised that several suspects carrying bundles had crossed into the US and were in the

process of fleeing back to Mexico. The Aircrew arrived on scene and observed one boat and one

raft on the Mexican side with approximately 30 suspects. The suspects were carrying bundles from

the river at two separate locations approximately 200 yards between each location on the Mexican

side. Suspects loaded the boat in one vehicle, and large number of bundles, and the raft and large

number of bundles in the other vehicle. Suspects then fled to the interior of Mexico.

DPS Air 108 was called to assist USBP Agents and the Mexican Military in a criminal search in the Rio

Grande City area, upriver of the port of entry, to locate contraband on the Mexico-side. The Aircrew arrived

on scene and located three bundles on the riverbank in an area advised by US Law Enforcement. As the

Mexican Military arrived, the Aircrew was able to lead them to the contraband. The Mexican Military

located three large bundles, and advised it was marijuana approximately 300 lbs. The Aircrew was also

requested by Mexican Military to look for an underground bunker in the area used by traffickers. The

suspected location was several hundred yards in Mexican Airspace. Aircrew utilized FLIR and NVG‟s

(Night Vision Goggles) but was unable to locate the bunker or disturbed earth.

Palmview PD K-9 Officer responded to the intersection of La Homa Rd and Expressway 83 in

reference to a motor vehicle accident. Upon arrival officer observed two vehicles, which

appeared to have been involved in a motor vehicle accident. The first vehicle, a 2003

Chevrolet Tahoe, the second a 2000 Ford Expedition. Both vehicles were unoccupied and

abandoned. Upon checking the vehicles, the officer found 88 lbs of marijuana in eight

bundles on the passenger-side floorboard area of one of the vehicles.

DPS CID Agents along with Harlingen PD Narcotics Unit initiated a joint

investigation. As a result 226 lbs of marijuana was seized co-mingled within a

load of frozen chicken. A search warrant was executed in Mercedes, TX, which

resulted in eight arrests and two seized vehicles. Agents also seized two

handguns. The marijuana was destined for Dallas.



Hidalgo Co Const. Pct. 3 Deputy attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a 2001 Dodge Ram

1500 pickup after observing rope-bound bundles inside the truck‟s cab. Deputy also noticed a

section of carpet covering something in the bed of the truck. The driver refused to stop and a

pursuit ensued. The driver bailed out, but was apprehended a short time later. A few minutes

later, a passenger car that was trailing the pickup passed by and a traffic stop was conducted

on the vehicle by La Joya PD. The female driver admitted that her husband was the driver of the pickup.

She was also taken into custody. A search of the pickup revealed a total of 734.5 lbs of marijuana inside

the cab and bed areas. Both vehicles were seized and the drivers of both were charged with Possession

of Marijuana. They were both found to be citizens of Mexico and were illegally in the US.ANALYST NOTE: See Laredo JOIC note on tandem-travelling vehicles.

A THP Trooper conducted a traffic stop on a 2003 Ford Focus on FM-755 near La

Gloria, TX. The Trooper made contact with the driver and observed several criminal

indicators. A verbal consent to search the vehicle was requested and granted. The

search revealed 164 lbs of marijuana in 64 bundles concealed in a false floor area.

The driver was arrested.

A THP Trooper conducted a traffic stop on a 2003 Dodge van on US-77 near

Raymondville, TX. The Trooper made contact with the driver and observed several

criminal indicators and extreme nervousness. A verbal consent to search the vehicle

was requested and granted. The search revealed 12.125 lbs of cocaine in five bundles

concealed in the engine‟s intake. The driver was arrested.

DPS CID Agents obtained information regarding the transportation of marijuana in a

commercial motor vehicle. Agents identified the possible load location for the commercial

motor vehicle and conducted surveillance. Agents also discovered that McAllen ICE also

had similar information. A DPS Trooper conducted a traffic stop on 2001 Kenworth truck.

As a result of the joint investigation, 2,827 lbs of marijuana was seized. The marijuana

was commingled within a load of limes inside the commercial motor vehicle.


Additional information (cont) Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Warden was patrolling in the vicinity of 14 Mile Rd and Jarachinas

Rd in western Hidalgo Co and observed a spot light to the east of his location. The Warden

investigated the suspicious activity. The vehicle was a white Ford F-250 with Texas exempt license

plates. The Warden attempted to make contact with the driver of the vehicle and a pursuit ensued.

The vehicle came to an abrupt stop and four male subjects bailed out and fled northwest. The two

subjects exiting the rear doors were both armed with rifles. The Warden received assistance

from Hidalgo Co SO and DPS Air 108. A rifle w/ scope was located near the vehicle. A freshly killed

deer was found in the bed of the vehicle. A second rifle w/ scope was found by the HCSO K-9 in an

orchard, north of the vehicle. No subjects were located. The truck was reported stolen from the

“City of Mission” in October 2011. The back seat had been completely removed indicating a

strong probability that the truck had been or was going to be used as a load vehicle. A camo

hunting vest in the back seat was found with the letters CDG (Cartel del Golfo) spray-painted on the

front and back.

Ruger 10/22

Weatherby Mark V

Seals for “City of McAllen” were removed

from the doors.


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On 06 DEC 2011, Palmview PD

received information in reference to a

maroon Ford F-250 stolen out of

Pharr, TX and loaded with marijuana

traveling north on FM-492. Palmview

PD Officers located the vehicle and

attempted to conduct a traffic stop.

When the suspects refused to stop,

Palmview PD Officers engaged in a

pursuit, and during the pursuit the

suspect vehicle rammed a Palmview

PD unit, disabling it. A Palmview PD

Officer fired several rounds at the

suspect vehicle, but did not disable

the suspect vehicle. The suspect

vehicle then sped off and attempted

to jump an irrigation canal. Two

suspects bailed out of the vehicle and

ran in a northeast direction where a

Dodge Charger picked up the driver.

A total of 699 lbs of marijuana was

recovered from inside the vehicle.

The interior of the vehicle had been

gutted out, the windows were spray

painted and the letters “CDG” written

on one side. CDG is a common

acronym for “Cártel del Golfo.”

Windows spray

painted black

Passenger: Jorge

Guadalupe

Macias- Ramirez

DOB 12/06/1988

Damage to suspect vehicle from ramming

police vehicle

Damage to police vehicle

ANALYST NOTE: There have been numerous vehicles

encountered in the Rio Grande Valley with this type of

modification (windows blacked out, CDG spray painted on the

inside, and the cargo areas cleared of seats). The majority of

these vehicles have been reported stolen.



Cartel Del Golfo BRANDThe American Marketing Association defines a brand as a “name, term, design,

symbol, or any other feature that identifies one seller‟s good or service as

distinct from those of other sellers.”

During a 2010 Ranger

Recon Mission, this subject

was observed wearing a

vest with CDG spray

painted across the back.

The Cartel del Golfo, or Gulf Cartel, utilizes spray paint or

other methods to mark load vehicles, drugs, and personnel

to identify them as CDG members, vehicles or contraband.

13 JUN 2011 – FM-649

USBP Hebbronville Agents

Green 1997 GMC Sierra pickup

Suspect drove through a closed gate.

216.5 lbs of marijuana seized

This method along with wearing specific brand

name clothes or placing specific brand name

stickers on their vehicles is a marketing tool

used by the CDG.

It tells rivals or law enforcement that

the personnel, vehicle or drugs are

CDG in an attempt to deter the rivals

from engaging, but it also can be

pride-based in an attempt to flaunt

their overt criminal activities.

This week‟s BOSA.

In Fronton, TX, area, a weapon was found

with CDG (and F. Mich for La Familia

Michoacán) engraved in the buttstock.


Near McAllen, TX

Subjects returning

to Mexico in raft.

In Summer 2011,

Ranger Recon

members seized

over 1,000 lbs of

marijuana near

Abram, TX. CDG

was written in the

sand across the

Rio Grande.


The RGV Unified Command agencies were responsible for the seizure of over 25,000 lbs of

marijuana for this week. This is a 25% increase from last week. Cocaine seizures increased from

32.45 lbs reported last week to 208.97 lbs this week. A total of 74.98 lbs of Methamphetamine was

seized in the last week. There were no Heroin seizures for the week. Currency increased to a total

of $57,207 USD.

The USBP, CBP OFO, DPS Aviation, DPS THP, Texas Rangers and CID, Starr Co SO, Hidalgo Co

SO, Hidalgo Co Constable Pct 3, Rio Grande City PD, Edinburg PD, Hidalgo PD, and Palmview PD

contributed significantly to the narcotic and currency seizures.

Illegal Alien apprehensions increased for the reporting period up from 1,004 last week to 1,139 this

week. The OTM count decreased from last week to a total of 436.

The Mexican Military engaged in several gun battles with the drug cartels in the cities of Matamoros

and Reynosa. The Mexican authorities continued its crackdown on cartels through increased

patrols in the western corridor to target Zeta factions in the cities of Nuevo Guerrero, Ciudad Mier,

and Camargo. On 6 DEC 2011, The military reported a major shootout a few miles south of the

Veterans Bridge in which three cartel members were confirmed dead and several other DTO

injuries.

The USBP International Liaison Unit and the Mexican Military collaboration has resulted in the

arrest of DTO members and seizure of numerous tons of marijuana near the international border.

Mexican Army Aviation and ground units have responded to locations near the Rio Grande River

after intelligence and information was disseminated. This exchange has proven invaluable to

operations.

RGV JOIC Sector Assessment

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Coastal Bend Sector

The Unified Command provided the following reports:

Absconds 57

Bailouts 6

Criminal Arrests 184

Fugitive Arrests 128


Pursuits 6

Scouts/Decoys --


IAs/Referrals 8

IAs/USBP --

OTMs --

Contraband Seizures


Cocaine 171.504 lbs

Heroin 0.381 lbs

Methamphetamine --

K2 / Synthetic Marijuana 0.063 lbs

Currency $ 1,511.00

Other

Xanax 1 pill,

Soma 2 pills,

Hydrocodone 6 pills,

Alprazolam 7 pills

Weapons

Handgun(s) 1

Long Gun(s) 4

Explosive(s) --


Stolen 1

Recovered 8


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 because the 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.

$14,610

$1,306

$2,291 $1,511

$0

$2,000

$4,000

$6,000

$8,000

$10,000

$12,000

$14,000

$16,000

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Gang Activity

Known Gang Apprehensions

This Reporting Week

TANGO BLAST 1

VALLUCO 1

MEXICAN MAFIA 1

San Patricio Co SO recovered the body of a female in the trunk of a car at an apartment

complex in Sinton. The boyfriend of the victim was a confirmed leader in the MEXICAN

MAFIA street gang and is the suspect in the murder. The female victim was reportedly killed

at a different location and later brought to the apartment where she was found. The gang

leader was arrested and charged in her murder.

DPS CID working in Nueces Co, assisted by Nueces Co Constables and Corpus

Christi PD, seized 1.781 lbs of cocaine concealed under the passenger seat of a 2008

Dodge Charger during an interdiction operation. The operation resulted in the search

of two residences and an additional vehicle. The male driver of the Dodge was a

confirmed TANGO BLAST gang member.

San Patricio Co SO, acting on a DPS/CID

Alice BOLO disseminated by the Coastal

Bend JOIC, seized 130 lbs of cocaine

co-mingled among a load of produce

(chayote squash) in a semi trailer, towed

by a 2001 Peterbuilt tractor truck. The

male driver, a confirmed member of the

VALLUCOS gang, was traveling on US-

77N from Mission, TX, to Houston, TX. *Continued

on the next

page


Gang Activity

JOIC NOTE: The Valluco (The Valley) gang is a former sect of the Tango Blast prison

gang, known as Tango Valluco. The Vallucos are concentrated in the Rio Grande

Valley. The Vallucos are classified as a Tango, a regional affiliation of inmates that

―don’t have written constitutions or standard government like the Cuernos (Syndicate).‖

The Vallucos face a possible rift inside the group — one sect favoring continuing conflict

with the Texas Syndicate, and another wanting an alliance.

Twin palm trees are the

common logo for the

Vallucos.

*Continued from previous page

Valluco (top)

Style (bottom)

Grim Reaper

San Judas


THP Refugio Co seized 22.046 lbs of cocaine concealed in the trunk of a 2001

Mercury Grand Marque. The male driver was traveling on US-77N from McAllen, TX, to

Houston, TX.


THP Victoria Co seized 17.637 lbs of cocaine concealed in the rocker panel of a 2002

Chevrolet 1500 pickup. The male driver was traveling on US-59N from San Luis Potosi,

MX, to Houston, TX.

Indicators of tampering

with bed of vehicle.

Concealed inside trunk.


Additional InformationTHP Brooks Co seized 1,074 lbs of marijuana

comingled in a load of produce (limes) hauled in a semi-

trailer towed by a 1998 Freightliner tractor truck. The

male driver was traveling on US-281N from McAllen, TX,

to Houston, TX.

CBP Marine assisted by US Border Patrol and Aransas Pass PD

seized 0.12 lbs of marijuana and 0.38 lbs of heroin concealed in a

boat in Aransas Pass. Three male subjects were traveling outbound in

the Aransas Pass Channel towards the Harbor Island intersection.

Seguin PD seized 12.1 lbs of marijuana and $881 USD concealed in a plastic trash bag

in the seat of a 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer during a traffic stop on IH-10W. The male

driver was from Luling, TX.

Seguin PD seized 3.88 lbs of marijuana concealed in a plastic bag in the pocket of a

sweater in a 2000 Chevrolet Blazer during a traffic stop on SH-123 Bypass.


On 08 DEC 2011, CBP OFO Officers-Corpus Christi, TX, CBP Marine

Agents, CBP Border Patrol, and HSI Agents boarded the sea-going oil

tanker, SANKO VENTURE to conduct an inspection of the crew and

vessel. Found aboard were two Colombian national stowaways and

about 100 lbs of illegal narcotic contraband (cocaine, heroin and personal use marijuana). Prior

vessel arrivals from Venezuela to Corpus Christi, TX and Lake Charles, LA had been found with

Colombian stowaways and illegal narcotic contraband (cocaine). The contraband and stowaways were

Photos courtesy CBP Air and Marine

95.92 lbs of Cocaine5.17 lbs of Heroin

46 gm of Marijuana

found in the stern/rudder compartment (trunk) of the vessel, which has direct

access to the water. The stowaways were wearing wet suits and the narcotic

packaging had sufficient rubber and plastic wraps for water smuggling.


Stats from this

seizure will be

included in next

week’s BOSA.


Texas DPS unveiled the first boat in a fleet of six 34-ft shallow

water interceptors that will begin patrolling the Rio Grande

River and international lakes in early 2012. DPS will name

each of the six vessels in honor of a fallen Trooper. The newly

formed Highway Patrol Tactical Marine Unit will eventually

number 40 DPS officers. The team will work in coordination

with local and federal law enforcement agencies and provide

assistance as needed. Four machine gun turrets and night

vision cameras mounted on the vessels will assist with

interdicting drugs.


Coastal Bend JOIC’s Sector Assessment

Marijuana seizures showed an increase in the Coastal Bend Sector over the last reporting period

from 27.941 lbs to 1,091.83 lbs. There was also an increase in cocaine seizures from 44.136 lbs to

171.5 lbs. Three currency seizures totaling $1,511 USD was a decrease from $2,291 USD reported

in the Coastal Bend Sector last week. Criminal, fugitive, and gang-related arrests showed

decreases. IA referrals and absconds increased during this period.

A review of the Falfurrias Checkpoint on US-281N indicated that between December 1 and

December 7, 2011 there were 3,299.45 lbs of marijuana and no cocaine reported seized. This is an

increase from last week‟s total of 126.6 lbs of marijuana, but a decrease form 32.45 lbs of cocaine

reported seized. Three tractor trailers were found with marijuana loads totaling 29.50 lbs,

attempting to pass through the Falfurrias Checkpoint. No commercial buses were found with

contraband at the Falfurrias Checkpoint during this period.

A review of the Sarita Checkpoint on US-77N indicated that 93.8 lbs of marijuana and 138.11 lbs of

cocaine was reported seized. This was an increase from last week‟s total of 61.8 lbs of marijuana

and no cocaine reported seized. One tractor trailer was found with a load of cocaine totaling 106.4

lbs attempting to pass through the Sarita Checkpoint. No commercial buses were found with

contraband at the Sarita Checkpoint during this period.

US-59N, US-281N, US-77N, IH-10W, and SH-123 Bypass were locations of major narcotics and

currency trafficking events during the previous two reporting periods.


THP [Carson Co.] –• 3 lbs of marijuana – trunk; Sacramento, CA to Hot Springs, AR.• 26 lbs of marijuana – trunk; Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO.• 7.34 lbs of methamphetamine – engine intake manifold; Riverside, CA

to St. Louis, MO.• 7.5 lbs of marijuana – inside bedding & cooler; Los Angeles, CA

to Washington, DC.• 20 lbs of marijuana – duffle bags; Bakersfield, CA to Chicago, IL.


THP [Galveston Co.] –• 5 lbs of marijuana, 2 lbs pof heroin

& 3.45 Kg of cocaine – gas tank; Galveston, TX, to Richmond, VA.

THP [Bexar Co.] –• 45 lbs of marijuana – USPS

package; Laredo, TX to San Antonio, TX.

THP[Austin Co.] –• 188 lbs of marijuana – void in trailer;

Corpus Christi, TX, to Houston, TX.

THP [Harris Co.] –• 15.35 lbs of marijuana –

USPS package; Houston, TX to Pepria, IL.

Paris, TX

THP [Leon Co.] –• 8 lbs of marijuana – spare tire;

Houston, TX, to Little Rock, AR.

THP [Grayson Co.] –• $27,220 USD – dashboard; Tulsa, OK

to Dallas, TX.

THP [Travis Co.] –• 6.5 lbs of cocaine & $3,025 USD – at crash

site & on person; Mexico to Austin, TX.

THP [Chambers Co.] –• 15 Kg of cocaine – firewall;

Houston, TX, to Kissimmee, FL.


29 NOV 2011 - While conducting surveillance on a separate and unrelated investigation, CID

Agents in Texas City observed a suspect enter a public post and parcel store with a package that

appeared to be consistent with those used to conceal and ship narcotics. The package was

secured and Houston PD Officer and K-9 gave a positive alert. A search warrant was obtained and

as a result, 15.35 lbs of marijuana was seized. The package was destined for Peoria, IL.

03 DEC 2011: THP Centerville conducted a routine traffic stop on a 1999 Lincoln Navigator, bearing AR

registration. A consent to search revealed 8 lbs of marijuana concealed inside the spare tire. The marijuana

was traveling from Houston, TX to Little Rock, AR.



02 DEC 2011: THP Humble conducted a routine traffic stop on a 2010

Buick Lacrosse, bearing FL registration. A consent to search, and the

assistance of Baytown PD, revealed 33.06 lbs of cocaine inside an

elaborate hidden compartment in the front dash and firewall of the vehicle.

The cocaine was traveling from Houston, TX, to Kissimmee, FL.

Pine scented air

freshener, intended

to mask the smell of

fresh marijuana.



03 DEC 2011: THP Sealy conducted a routine traffic stop on a 1994 Ford pickup, towing

a homemade tar trailer and boiler, both bearing TX registration. Criminal indicators were

observed and the vehicle was moved to a city yard in order to perform a probable cause

search. With the assistance of Sealy PD, Austin Co SO and CID-Houston, there was an

extensive examination of the trailer, and the discovery of five bundles of marijuana,

totaling 188 lbs in a void beneath two inches of tar in the trailer. The vehicle was

traveling from Corpus Christi to Houston, TX.


Patron Saints Santa

Muerte and Saint

Jude, along with Mary

of Guadalupe and

Jesus Malverde on

the driver‟s necklaces

and cell phone.

Pine scented air

freshener, intended

to mask the smell of

fresh marijuana.

“Santitos de los maosos”

translates to “Saints of the

Drug Runners/Narcos”


06 DEC 2011: THP Groom conducted a routine traffic stop on a 1998 Jeep

Grand Cherokee bearing CA registration. A consent to search revealed

7.34 lbs of methamphetamine inside the engine intake manifold

of the vehicle. The meth was traveling from Riverside, CA to St. Louis, MO.



Camera Array and Monitoring Software

CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION – LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE * Monitored by BSOC, the JOICs, TXFC and the CBP-BICs

12/05/2011, 03:54 12/05/2011, 04:46

A rancher in Jim Hogg Co has provided

images from his own wildlife camera of

illegal traffic on his property, and has also

documented and provided images of

multiple locations where his fence has

been cut and of multiple dead bodies. In

early AUG 2011, his cameras recorded

three individuals walking on the property,

with one of the men obviously struggling,

most likely due to the heat. On 24 NOV

2011, two different men were observed

walking on the property, and one of the

men can be seen with a pair of binoculars

that are assumed to have been stolen

from the ranch.

August 2011

November 24, 2011

Binoculars

Cut Fence

Skeletal remains

discovered on 28 NOV

2011 are the 58th set of

remains found attempting

to circumvent the

Falfurrias Checkpoint this

year.

http://drawbridge.cc/trips/9462

http://drawbridge.cc/trips/9460


Hebbronville

Beeville

Falfurrias

Checkpoint

IAs have been photographed,

circumventing the Fal

Checkpoint by Drawbridge

Cameras


Checkpoint

Texas Ranch Land

Photos have captured

individuals traveling through

these areas. CBP has also

responded to reports of

deceased individuals

discovered on this land.

The Coastal Bend JOIC has

record that these remains

mark the 58th IA found dead

this year, just in this area.

As mentioned in last week’s BOSA, it

appears there are two staging areas being

utilized in this area, as an overstay

location prior to further movement north.

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SIGNIFICANT EVENTS IN MEXICOSIGNIFICANT EVENTS IN MEXICO



The Grenade: Weapon of Choice for Mexican CartelsPercentage of

grenade attacks by

state in 2011:

• Nuevo Leon – 32%

• Tamaulipas – 17%

• Michoacán – 9%

• Jalisco – 9%

• Coahuila – 9%

MK II

grenade

M67 grenade

The weapon of choice among the Mexican cartels has increasingly become the

fragmentation grenade which has a blast radius of up to 200 meters. The first

registered grenade attack occurred in Tonala, Jalisco in AUG 2005. Since then,

there have been 159 attacks using grenades which resulted in 118 deaths and

588 wounded. Between JAN and SEPT 2011, there have been 88 grenade

attacks; a 2,000% increase from 2005 and doubled the total numbers in 2010.

Over the last five years, Mexican authorities have seized over 10,000

grenades. Reports have indicated that the increase in grenade usage may be

due to accessibility and ease of use. Grenades also have greater

psychological impact resulting in mass confusion, fear, and also providing

more time for escapes. On 28 AUG 2011, one day prior to the arson at Casino

Royale in Monterrey which killed 52 people, there were grenade attacks on two

casinos in Reynosa and Saltillo. On 27 SEPT 2011 in Tamaulipas, there were

seven grenade attacks in a 24-hr period. Almost all occurred in public locations

such as: bars, night clubs, salons, pedestrian pathways, shopping centers,

parking garages, highways, and town squares, as well as Police Stations,

State Attorney General‟s Office, and the Federal Electric Commission

headquarters. According to a security specialist, the geographic distribution of

grenade attacks correlates to the worsening clashes between Los Zetas and

rival groups in the northwest region of Mexico.


ANALYST NOTE: In March 2011, BSOC compiled an

assessment titled, “Improvised Grenades and Their

Use by Mexican Cartels. If you wish you receive a copy

of this assessment, please email

[email protected].

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Significant events in Mexico – Ciudad Juárez

CD. JUÁREZ – On 02 DEC 2011, the body of a man who had been

tortured before he was shot to death was discovered in colonia Lomas

de Poleo. A plastic bag was taped over his head and his hands and feet

were bound with the same tape.

CD. JUÁREZ – On 02 DEC 2011, the nude body of a man

was dumped on the side of the road in colonia Kilómetro 20.

The body displayed signs of torture and gunshot wounds. The

victims hands and feet were bound and tape was wrapped

around his head.

CD. JUÁREZ – On 02 DEC 2011, three men were gravely

wounded after gunmen ignited a tear gas grenade inside

the “Simpsons” billiard hall and bar located in colonia La

Cuesta. The victims were shot as they ran out of the bar,

and the gunmen fled in several vehicles.

CD. JUÁREZ – On 03 DEC 2011, a young boy was shot and

killed and his mother and sister wounded after gunmen

entered their home located in colonia México 68. Another

male victim was kidnapped from the location.



Significant events in Mexico – Ciudad Juárez

CD. JUÁREZ – On 04 DEC 2011, the body of a woman was

discovered in colonia revolución Mexicana. The victim was

gagged and her hands and feet bound. She had at least one

gunshot wound in the head.

CD. JUÁREZ – On 05 DEC 2011, the mutilated upper body of a

man was discovered inside a barrel in front of a car wash

located in the Del Real sub-division. The victim‟s head, upper

torso, and arms were located inside the barrel.

CD. JUÁREZ – On 06 DEC 2011, a woman was shot and killed on

the sidewalk in colonia Campesina. The victim had four bullet

wounds to the head. Six shell casings were recovered from the

scene.

CD. JUÁREZ – On 06 DEC 2011, three males were shot and

killed after gunmen entered a residence in colonia Manuel Valdez.

Two of the victims were minors. One victim was shot while trying

to run away. At least twenty shell casings in several cals were

recovered from the scene. Witnesses stated the gunmen escaped

in several vehicles, including a black Chevrolet Blazer.



CD. JUÁREZ – On 02 DEC 2011, a clash between suspected

members of opposing groups left one person seriously injured in a

residential area located west of the city. The incident ended near

the intersection of Delicias and Jiménez streets in colonia 9 de

Septiembre, where witnesses said a grenade was tossed into a

vehicle and exploded after a number of gun shots were exchanged

between occupants of several vehicles. State police investigators

in the area witnessed a pursuit during the incident and radioed for

backup. One injured man was located inside a car riddled with

bullets that had crashed into a house. Municipal police identified

the man as an ex-commandante of the defunct State Judicial

Police. An abandoned Toyota SUV without license plates, an AK-

47 rifle, and over fifty shell casings were located at the scene. No

other suspects were located.

Abandoned Toyota SUV.

AK-47 rifle left on the street by an

unidentified gunman.

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The number of DTO-related homicides in Cd

Juárez and surrounding communities for this

reporting period is 36. There have been a total

of 95 DTO-related homicides for the month of

Nov and 33 for the month of Dec thus far,

bringing the total to 1,866 for the year and

9,242 DTO-related homicides since 2008. Figures as of 2400 hours 06 December 2011



NUEVO LAREDO – On 01 DEC 2011,

Mexican soldiers have confiscated more

than a ton of marijuana hidden in a tractor

trailer at one of the international bridges at

Nuevo Laredo, across the border from

Laredo, TX. The Mexican military says the

army arrested the driver. Also on 01 DEC,

the US government delivered inspection

technology and a surveillance plane to

help Mexico's navy fight drug cartels.

The equipment is part of the Merida

Initiative, a program for which the US

government has spent $1.4 billion since

2008 in helping Mexico and Central

American nations counter drug trafficking.

MICHOACÁN - Mexican authorities say they have seized 226 tons (205 metric

tons) of a chemical used in synthetic drugs in a Pacific coast port. On 08 DEC

2011, Mexico's Navy stated that the methylamine was found over several days

this month in the port of Lázaro Cárdenas. It says authorities found the chemical

in 11 containers shipped from China. The final destination was Puerto Quetzal,

Guatemala. Mexico has banned imports of several chemicals to thwart

methamphetamine production. The US government says Mexican traffickers are

the main suppliers of synthetic drugs to the US. ANALYST NOTE: In AUG 2011,

Mexican authorities intercepted a shipment of 17,760 kg of the meth precursor chemical

2-ethyl phenyl acetate at the Port of Lázaro Cárdenas, which originated in Jawaharlal

Nehru, India and was also destined for Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala.




Petroleos Mexicanos (Pemex) claimed that more than 2.4 million barrels of

oil had been siphoned off from company facilities in the first nine months of

2010. This amounts to a 61% increase from the same period in 2010, when

less than 1.5 million barrels were taken. Meanwhile, the oil company reportedly

caught 100 individuals in the act of stealing fuel, 96 of whom were arrested.

The upsurge is likely due to Mexican criminal groups broadening their criminal

portfolios to include oil theft. According to Pemex„s press release, the company's pipelines have been

"practically taken over by bands of organized criminals linked to heavily armed groups." The Mexican

government has raised the alarm over oil theft over the past several years, claiming that it costs the

country some $1 billion per year in lost revenue. but while the phenomenon has largely been blamed on

the criminal elements involved in the country's "drug war," much of the problem comes from internal

corruption. As a MAR 2011 report on the issue published in the Journal of Energy Security notes, "on

some levels Pemex is not just a victim of oil-thieving DTOs; sometimes, it„s directly involved." This was

illustrated in FEB 2010, when the army seized 4 tons of marijuana at a Pemex facility in the northern state

of Tamaulipas.

On 04 DEC 2011, Mexican marines discovered seven bound and gagged

unidentified males, who were executed and their bodies abandoned in

the colonia Adolfo Lopez Mateos of Veracruz. According to authorities no

message was left with the bodies, some of which showed evidence of

torture. Unconfirmed reports posted on at least one social media website

stated that according to witnesses state police officers were responsible

for the execution of the seven men.



TABASCO – Federal Police seized $859,000

USD from a tractor trailer. Both passengers

stated they were traveling to Guatemala to

purchase weapons.

Tabasco

Guatemala

MONTERREY – On 05 DEC 2011, Emmanuel Almaguer Perez, the police

chief of Saltillo, the capital of the state of Coahuila, and his 11-yr-old son

were killed by gunmen with assault rifles. The shooting occurred hours after

three people were gunned down at a bar in Torreon, another city in

Coahuila. The Gulf cartel and Los Zetas are the main drug trafficking

organizations operating in Coahuila. Los Zetas, considered Mexico„s most

violent drug cartel, mainly operates in Tamaulipas, Nuevo Leon, Coahuila

and San Luis Potosi states. The two cartels have been fighting for control

of smuggling routes from northern Mexico into the US.



According to data from Mexico‟s National Human Rights

Commission (CNDH), bodies have been discovered in 310 mass

graves across the country. In general, the states where these

clandestine graves are found, have the most drug-related

violence, leading to the sites being referred to as "narco-graves."

The largest burial sites have been found in Tamaulipas,

Chihuahua, Nuevo Leon, Durango, Guerrero, Morelos, Coahuila,

Veracruz, Michoacán and Oaxaca. Perhaps the most famous

narco-grave discovery took place in AUG 2010, when officials

found the bodies of 72 Central American migrants buried in a

series of graves in San Fernando, Tamaulipas.

On 05 DEC 2011, federal and state authorities

announced the capture of ten Gulf Cartel gunmen

responsible for the murders earlier this year of

patrons in two bars linked to retail drug sales by

Los Zetas. Three patrons were killed in the Cafe

Iguana in MAY 2011 and twenty patrons were

murdered in the Sabino Gordo nightclub in JUL.

Both bars allegedly served as "narcotienditas,"

where drugs were on sale to the public. Also

seized during the arrests were 10 rifles, 64

magazines, 3 grenades and 5 vehicles.


on the black

market or stolen

from ranches in

order to use this

system legally.

After transmitting

their signal only

the offenders

could listen and

transmit.

LOS ZETAS COMMUNICATION NETWORK

The Army discovered a clandestine radio network allegedly used by thegroup of Zetas to alert members to the presence of the armed forces in allof northeasternMexico.

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Repeaters

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Computer equipment

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1,354

Cell phones

Power Supply Sources

Nextel

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Sixth Military Zone in Saltillo, Coahuila

Antennas 51Repeaters 43Power Supply Sources 73Radios 172Cell Phones 34Nextel 22Computer Equipment 9

Seventh Military Zone Nuevo Leon


Eighth Military Zone en Reynosa, Tamaulipas


To discover this communication network soldiers from various parts of the military spent two months in several areas with signal detection devices which discovered the clandestine

antennas.

Antennae Signal

Clandestine Station

Repeaters in the hills

Solar Panels Patrol

Communicator

1 2 3 4 5technicians of the

Los Zetas hid repeaters in rows in

the hills and mountains, then they painted the antennas to avoid

being detected.

The operation network used solar

panels to obtain power supply for

the communication

devices.

interlink. Computer equipment was

used to download signals without the

Secretary of Communication and

Transportation detecting the

interlink.

While patrolling the hills, the

soldiers followed the signal to reach

where the radio network

installation was located.

6Defense (SEDENA) reported that the

Zeta “hawks” used this unique

communication network services between several

states.

Underground service

The devices operated an

HOW THEY OPERATED

Items were purchased

The Secretary of


on the black market or stolen from

ranches in order to use this system

legally. After transmitting their

signal only the offenders could

listen and transmit.

*Dated 02 DEC 2011 – El Universal


LOS ZETAS COMMUNICATION NETWORK DISMANTLED

The communications network allowed the Zetas to coordinate their criminal activities in the central and

north zones of the entity (State).

Among the equipment are secured

computer systems & radio

communications, scanners, cell

phones and panels with solar cells.

Also they found seven tractor trailer trucks with different tools

Poza Rica Antenna

Special Forces of the Navy discovered an encrypted communications network of the Zetas that operated in the Central and North of

Veracruz.

These actions are in addition to the capture

of 80 delinquent criminal groups

linked to the Zetas in

Veracruz.

The spokesman for the Secretary of the Navy said that there were 12 secured antennas installed in 10

municipalities.

The equipment was distributed in Tepetitla, Panuco, Veracruz, Xalpa,

Orizaba, Cordova, Narangos, Tantoyuca, Poza Rica and Cofre de

Perote.



UPDATES & ASSESSMENT

OPERATION BORDER STAR


Absconds 67

Bailouts 9

Criminal Arrests 404

Fugitive Arrests 181

Gang-Related Criminal Arrests 59

Pursuits 10

Scouts/Decoys 1

Caltrops 0

Splashdowns 0


IAs/Referrals 51

IAs/USBP 1,864

OTMs 649

OTM Countries

Bangladesh 3

Brazil 1

Chile 2

China 7

Colombia 5

Cuba 1

Dominican Republic 13

Ecuador 18

El Salvador 174

Guatemala 215

Honduras 187

India 1

Nepal 1

Nicaragua 3

Peru 2

Romania 3

Spain 1

Sudan 1

Sri Lanka 5

Taiwan 1

Tanzania 3

United Kingdom 1

Venezuela 1

Contraband Seizures


Cocaine 429.69 lbs

Heroin 19.94 lbs


Currency $213,594.00

WeaponsHandgun(s) 9

Long Gun(s) 31


Stolen 22

Recovered 47

09 DEC 2011 - Combined totals from all Unified Commands during this reporting period:

*Prices based on NDIC mid-2010 average of Texas cities retail prices: $551/lbmarijuana, $29,508/lb cocaine, and $38,068/lb methamphetamine.



OBS Weekly Assessment

Total Marijuana seizures were 32,449.63 lbs this week, an increase from

27,522.7 lbs last week. The largest single seizure occurred in the RGV Sector

where DPS CID Agents seized 2,827 lbs of marijuana comingled within a load of

limes from a 2001 Kenworth tractor trailer. There was a second comingled load in

the RGV Sector where CBP Officers at the Pharr POE seized 2,482.4 lbs of

marijuana comingled with a load of broccoli from a 2001 Kenworth tractor trailer

with Mexican license plates. Also in the RGV Sector at the Pharr POE Import lot,

CBP Officers seized 2,331.8 lbs of marijuana discovered in the floor area of a

1993 International tractor trailer. This is the first occurrence reported in the BOSA


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where narcotics were concealed in the flooring of a trailer. Typically, narcotics are concealed with a load of

legitimate goods, in the cab of the truck pulling the trailer, or behind a false wall at the front of the trailer

The total estimated street value for reported marijuana seizures during this reporting period is $17.9

million.


Concealment in Wood Furniture

During this reporting period in the El Paso Sector, CBP-OFO

Officers at the Ysleta POE Cargo Facility seized 1,421.84 lbs

of marijuana that was concealed within a shipment of furniture

inside a trailer pulled by a 2000 Freightliner tractor. On 23

SEPT 2011 in Mexico, Mexican soldiers arrested an individual

in possession of 104.7 kg of marijuana at a checkpoint located

in Samalayuca, Chihuahua. The marijuana was distributed

within 220 packages, and hidden in the interior of wood

furniture the individual was transporting. To date, four similar

incidents have occurred in the Laredo sector.

SamalayucaIn JAN 2011, the BOSA reported on four seizures of marijuana

concealed in wood furniture in the Laredo Sector. On 28 NOV

2011 in the Laredo Sector, CBP/OFO Officers at the World

Trade Bridge seized 2,495.45 lbs of marijuana located within a

wooden ottoman and a loveseat from a 1996 Tractor Trailer.

On 05 APR 2011, CBP-OFO at the World Trade Bridge seized

2,341.3 lbs of marijuana concealed inside wooden ottomans

from a 2000 International tractor/trailer. On 13 JAN 2011 CBP-

OFO Officers seized 2,467 lbs of marijuana at the Colombia

Solidarity Bridge in Laredo. The marijuana was comingled with

wooden furniture inside of a tractor/trailer rig. On 07 JAN 2011,

CBP-OFO Officers at the World Trade Bridge in Laredo seized

2,832.94 lbs of marijuana and 87.78 lbs of cocaine concealedwithin wooden dressers.

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OBS Weekly Assessment (cont)

Cocaine seizures were 429.69 lbs this week, an increase from 136.11 lbs last week. The largest single

seizure occurred in the Coastal Bend Sector where San Patricio Co SO seized 130 lbs of cocaine

comingled with a load of chayotes (type of squash native to Mexico) in a semi trailer, towed by a 2001

Peterbuilt tractor truck, driven by a confirmed member of the VALLUCOS gang traveling on US-77N from

Mission, TX, to Houston, TX. Smugglers commonly comingle marijuana with produce. The total estimated

street value for reported cocaine seizures totaled $12.7 million.

Heroin and methamphetamine seizures for this week‟s reporting period totaled 19.94 lbs and 76.22 lbs

(valued at $2.9 million), respectively. In the Laredo Sector, Laredo PD Officers in the Colinas Dr area

recovered 4 bundles of heroin with a total weight of 19.2 lbs. In the RGV Sector, CBP Officers at the Pharr

POE seized 22.35 lbs of methamphetamine concealed in the trunk area from a 2004 Chevrolet Impala.

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OBS Weekly Assessment (cont)

Bulk currency seizures totaled $213,594 USD this week, a decrease from $757,513 USD last week. The

largest single seizure occurred in the Laredo Sector where Laredo PD Officers seized $150,100.00 USD,

wrapped in black packages concealed inside a hidden compartment of a 2008 Nissan traveling on IH-35.

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

and the criminal networks that support them of approximately $34.5 million.

Illegal Alien apprehensions increased from 1,843 last week to 1,864 this week. OTM apprehensions

decreased from 938 last week to 649 this week. There was four ASIC apprehensions: three from

Bangladesh in the Laredo Sector and 1 from Sudan in the El Paso Sector.

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