US Border Patrol San Diego Sector

A major blow has been dealt to a criminal organization responsible for smuggling thousands of illegal migrants into the U.S. A coordinated effort between USBP, HSI, IRS, & USAO led to the arrest of the organization's alleged leader in Mexico.

Alleged Transnational Human Smuggler Indicted and Sanctioned in the United States and Arrested in Mexico SAN DIEGO – An indictment was unsealed yesterday containing criminal charges against the alleged leader of a human smuggling organization responsible for unlawfully bringing thousands of migrants into the United States. Along with the organization, the defendant, who was arrested in Mexico at the ...

S*x Offender Arrested!
Yesterday, Agent in Murrieta arrested a previously deported s*x offender during a targeted operation.

Agents discovered the Honduran man living in Lake Elsinore, CA and conducted a coordinated operation to take him into custody.

He will now be removed and sent back to Honduras.

Great work by our agents who will never stop protecting our communities.

Today, we remember Border Patrol Agent Glenn A. Phillips who lost his life in a vehicle collision near San Ysidro, CA.

EOD: 4/30/1973
EOW: 7/8/1974

You will never be forgotten.

Congratulations 🎉

Congratulations to Shaine Casas who qualified for the U.S. Olympic swim team and will compete in the 2024 Olympic Games this summer in Paris. Casas, 24, placed 2nd in the 200-meter individual medley at the Olympic Trials held in Indianapolis last Friday. He is the son of former Border Patrol Agent James Epling, whose tragic line of duty death occurred during a 2003 rescue on the Colorado River. Shaine’s mother, Monica Epling, determined to instill courage and a love for the water in her son, introduced Shaine to swimming while he was a child. The Epling legacy of honor continues through their four sons: Sean Casas, a proud Arizona State graduate, Olympic swimmer Shaine Casas, and Seth MacKenzie-Epling and James Epling II—who are serving their country in the Marine Corps. We are so proud of this family!

June 25th USBP Agents in San Clemente CA working under operation Apollo, conducted a vehicle stop resulting in the seizure of more than 41 pounds of Methamphetamines⚠️ Great work by our agents who remain vigilant and help keep these dangerous drugs out of our streets & community.👏🏽🇺🇸

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Embracing the diversity of our employees, fostering equity and inclusiveness! Happy Pride 🏳️‍🌈

🚨Homicide suspect arrested‼️

The community is safer after Boulevard Border Patrol Agents arrested a Chinese national who had an active homicide warrant. Amazing work arresting this dangerous person and protecting America🇺🇸👏🏽

This past week, agents from our San Clemente Station have taken more than 215 pounds of dangerous narcotics off the streets!

In three separate events, agents seized fentanyl, co***ne, and m**hamphetamine that had been smuggled into the United States and was making its way into our communities. Great work!

It’s always an honor to present awards to our agents. This week, I recognized three agents whose quick actions in the field saved lives and reflect U.S. Border Patrol’s core values of Vigilance, Integrity, and Service to Country.

While patrolling the border, one group of agents encountered a man with a severe laceration and saved his life by applying a tourniquet to the wound.  In another event, an agent performed CPR on a woman in cardiac arrest, reviving her until emergency services arrived. Both migrants had been placed in harm’s way by callous smugglers and if not for the heroic actions of these agents, they would have perished.

Today we honor Border Patrol Agent Stephen Starch who died after he fell 150-feet while tracking suspected illegal aliens in the Tecate Peak area in San Diego County, California.

EOD: 11-13-1995
EOW: 6-14-1997

You will never be forgotten.

Last week, San Diego agents arrested a 41-year-old man who had been convicted of murder in his home country.

The man is now being held pending removal.

Agents continue to protect our communities while still managing the current humanitarian challenges.

Congratulations to the Imperial Beach Border Patrol Station on their recognition as the 2023 Border Patrol Station of The Year.

That’s no small feat considering there are 135 Border Patrol Stations in the United States.

Patrol Agent in Charge Angel Munguia happily accepted the honors on behalf of his station.

OUTSTANDING WORK IMB!

On this Memorial Day, the San Diego Sector remembers and honors the memory of the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our way of life.

You will never be forgotten.

Ever wondered how we recruit such an amazing and diverse workforce?

It's all thanks to our highly trained recruiters!

They've completed the National Recruitment Course and are now equipped to showcase the incredible careers in the Border Patrol.

Congratulations to our recent graduates!

They're ready to find and recruit the future professionals who will join our ranks across the nation.

Interested? Join our team. Link in bio.

191 lbs of m**hamphetamine intercepted yesterday by the agents at the Newton-Azrak Station. Outstanding work by all involved and a big round of ap-paws for K9 Sola!

This May, we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) month.

Did you know that Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders make up approximately 5% of the CBP workforce?

Our AANHPI colleagues play a key role in our mission success. Please take time this month to honor and recognize the contributions that generations of AANHPI individuals have made to American history, society, and culture.

34 lbs. of m**h discovered inside a car after a Border Patrol K9 alerted to the vehicle during a stop along Interstate-15 near Temecula, CA.

Great work by the agents at the Newton-Azrak station, keeping this poison out of our communities.

Monday Vibes...

Hope everyone has a great week. Remember that each new day is an opportunity to embrace life and exercise gratitude for the many blessings in our lives.

Today and every day, take care of yourself and take care of each other.

This could be you.

What are you waiting for?

Link in bio.

Weekly Update, 12/27/23 – 1/2/24

-6,775 Apprehensions from 67 countries
-131 Unaccompanied Minors Encountered
-30 Rescues
-6 Human Smuggling Events Interdicted

SEIZED:
-5 Smuggling Conveyances

300 meters up...

In a recent incident, a BORSTAR operator carried an injured migrant 300 meters up a steep hill near Otay Lakes Damn. The woman was unable to walk and had to be evacuated to a safe location before being transported to the hospital.

FACT: The Border Patrol rescues more migrants every year than anyone else.

Our agents go above and beyond the call of duty every day to help those in need.

Weekly Update, 12/20 – 12/26

-7,091 Apprehensions from 75 countries
-142 Unaccompanied Minors Encountered
-24 Rescues
-11 Human Smuggling Events Interdicted

SEIZED:
-92 lbs. Co***ne
-$1,965 in Currency
-1 Firearm
-6 Smuggling Conveyances

Good dog...

Did you know that detection K9s are work for their "reward"? This lucky dog is about to get paid after successfully finding several subjects attempted to evade arrest.

The K9s associate odors with their reward toy and the handlers produce the reward when the K9 does a good job.

Think you could be a Border Patrol K9 handler?

You have to become an agent first...link in bio!

Two convicted felons were stopped by agents on 12/21 near Escondido, CA. The men were in possession of a loaded firearm, and one was previously convicted of murder.

The men were turned over to San Diego Sheriff’s department.

Diligent agents are always on patrol and working hard to keep our communities safe.

It may look like summer in San Diego, but it’s Christmas actually.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from San Diego Sector Border Patrol.
Please remember that while you may be at home enjoying time with family and friends, many agents are out on patrol working hard to protect us all.

Real Dangers, Real Heroes – San Diego agents have taken on the challenge of patrolling some of the most rugged and difficult terrain along the Southwest border. Each day, they patrol and help those in need in this environment of risk and danger, all in the name of protecting our borders.

Weekly Update, 12/13 – 12/19

-7,698 Apprehensions from 73 countries
-165 Unaccompanied Minors Encountered
-35 Rescues
-22 Human Smuggling Events Interdicted
-1 Gang Member Arrested

SEIZED:
-171lbs. Methamphetamine
-92lbs. Co***ne
-$40,798 Bulk Cash
-1 Firearm
-19 Smuggling Conveyances