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    CBP officers seize over $79k hidden in vehicle

    By Mia Morales,

    5 days ago

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    More than $79,000 hidden within a vehicle was seized during an inspection, authorities say. (Source: U.S. Customs and Border Protection)

    HIDALGO, Texas ( ValleyCentral ) — More than $79,000 hidden within a vehicle was seized during an inspection at the Hidalgo International Bridge, authorities say.

    On Monday, Sept. 23, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers referred a southbound 2008 Honda, driven by a 58-year-old Mexican citizen, to a secondary inspection, according to a release from CBP.

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    During the inspection, officers found five packages containing a total of $79,392 of unreported currency hidden within the vehicle.

    CBP officers seized the money and Homeland Security Investigations arrested the driver.

    This is an ongoing investigation.

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