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CBP seizes over 22 kilograms of fentanyl hidden in spare tire at Presidio port of entry
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Tamlyn Price , KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
PRESIDIO, Texas (KOSA) - U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 22.4 kilograms of fentanyl concealed in the spare tire of a pickup truck at the Presidio Port of Entry. According to CBP, officers found the narcotics during the early morning hours on July 15, after a man driving a 2018 ...
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Key takeaway Customs and Border Protection officers seized 22.
Why this matters in The Midland
The seizure of over 22 kilograms of fentanyl at the Presidio port of entry has significant implications for the Permian Basin area, where Midland is located. Fentanyl is a highly potent and often deadly opioid, and its presence in such large quantities poses a substantial threat to public health and safety in the region. The fact that the narcotics were concealed in a spare tire suggests a level of sophistication and desperation among smugglers, who will stop at nothing to bring their illicit goods into the United States. As the Permian Basin continues to grow and attract new residents, the risk of fentanyl and other opioids spreading throughout the community is a pressing concern. Local law enforcement and health officials must remain vigilant and work closely with federal agencies like CBP to prevent the distribution of these dangerous substances and protect the people of Midland and surrounding areas.
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Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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What is this story about? PRESIDIO, Texas (KOSA) - U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 22.4 kilograms of fentanyl concealed in the spare tire of a pickup truck at the Presidio Port of Entry. According to CBP, officers found the narcotics during the early morning hours on July 15, after a man driving a 2018 ...
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