CBP Caribbean

Today, we honor Marine Interdiction Agent Michael O. Maceda, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty on November 17, 2022. The 3rd annual Michael O. Maceda 5K celebrates his legacy of courage, dedication, and service. His memory inspires us all to strive for excellence and protect our communities. #NeverForgotten

@CBPAMO and @USBP seizes cocaine worth $4.2 million in #Rincon, #PuertoRico cbp.gov/newsroom/local…

Today @CBPAMO hosted the @CBPCaribbean family and local law enforcement for the second Michel O. Maceda Memorial 5k run in Boqueron, Puerto Rico. Agent Maceda's #EOW November 17, 2022. We will always remember

My office was happy to support @CBP & @CBPAMO in the second annual Michel O. Maceda Memorial 5K run. Marine Interdiction Agent Maceda gave his life protecting Puerto Rico and the rest of the nation from the threats posed by drug traffickers. His sacrifice will never be forgotten.

🚨 SAN JUAN - CBP FINDS 403LBS OF COCAINE CONCEALED IN METAL DOOR CYLINDERS. On Oct. 3, CBP officers found anomalies within a container arriving from the Dominican Republic. An inspection revealed 156 bricks of cocaine. The estimated value of the contraband is $3.6mil. @OFOEAC

This morning!! The San Juan Field Office and @CBPTradeGov held a virtual seminar on #forcedlabor enforcement. Importers should be aware of whom they source products from and avoid items produced using forced labor.

@CBP Global Entry enrollment center in St. Thomas starts in an August 26. Read more cbp.gov/newsroom/local…

Attention US Virgin Islands!! Conditionally approved travelers can now complete enrollment in St. Thomas. You can visit us without an appointment at the WICO pier. Read more here bit.ly/3SIjTwH

Hoy se celebran 235 años de la fundación del Servicio de Aduanas, hoy incorporado a CBP.

@CBPAMO agents intercepted a vessel near #Desecheo island in #PuertoRico. Read more here. bit.ly/3XZVYMz

Nos vemos en el @elcentrodetodo para orientar a los interesados en formar parte de la Patrulla Fronteriza. Visítanos al frente de Footlocker. @USBPChiefRMY @CBPJobs

Estamos reclutando! Ven al @elcentrodetodo y conoce las oportunidades que tenemos para ti. @CBPJobs

Today the San Juan Field Office returned officially to the Historic Customshouse in Old San Juan #PuertoRico. This almost 100 year old building has been renovated to continue serve the travel and trade community in the Caribbean.

In a single package, @CBPCaribbean Officers and Import Specialists found 116 counterfeit luxury jewelry pieces sent to #PuertoRico from #China. The estimated MSRP is over $700K. Read more here: shorturl.at/mwL02

The Caribbean Border Interagency Group (CBIG) started in 2006 as a means to force multiply securing the coastal borders of #PuertoRico and the #USVI. Today it has expanded the scope with federal and territorial law enforcement to fulfill its mission.

Today @CBPCaribbean and federal and local law enforcement honored the service of Michel Maceda (EOW November 17, 2022) with a Memorial Run in #Boqueron #CaboRojo #PuertoRico

@CBPAMO Marine interdiction agents thwart another attempt in northern #PuertoRico. cbp.gov/newsroom/local…