US Border Patrol Foils Gun Smuggling Attempt as Dozens of Firearms, Including 'Cop-Killer' Model, Seized from Spare Tire
A daring attempt to smuggle dozens of handguns across the US-Mexico border was thwarted by authorities in Texas on Wednesday. The operation involved a 2015 Chevy pickup truck that was stopped by customs agents at the Anzalduas Port of Entry in Mission, where special agents from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) discovered 30 handguns hidden inside a spare tire.
The guns included a 5.7-caliber FN Herstal, a type known as "cop-killer" due to its ability to pierce body armor. The ammunition is notoriously difficult to stop and has been linked to several high-profile shootings in the United States. According to officials, the handguns were allegedly bound for Guanajuato, Mexico, where gun ownership is heavily restricted.
In addition to the firearms, investigators also found 60 magazines and one speed loader concealed inside the vehicle's spare tire. The sheer number of guns and ammunition seized has raised concerns about organized smuggling operations along the US-Mexico border.
Two men were arrested in connection with the incident: Luis E. Torres Mujica, a 30-year-old resident of Guanajuato, Mexico, who was driving the truck, and Jesse Joe Camacho, a 28-year-old from McAllen, Texas, who was a passenger. Both men have been charged with theft of property and firearm smuggling, a second-degree felony.
The arrest is seen as a significant blow to smugglers attempting to transport high-caliber firearms across the border, where such weapons are often highly valued by organized crime groups. As authorities continue to crack down on gun smuggling operations, it remains to be seen whether this incident will mark a turning point in efforts to combat these activities.
As of now, investigators have discovered that one of the handguns seized was reported stolen out of Austin, Texas, adding another layer of complexity to the case. The sheer scale and sophistication of the operation underscores the ongoing threat posed by gun smuggling along the US-Mexico border.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks faced by border patrol agents who often confront smugglers attempting to transport high-powered firearms across international borders. It also highlights the importance of continued cooperation between law enforcement agencies in preventing such operations and bringing those responsible to justice.
A daring attempt to smuggle dozens of handguns across the US-Mexico border was thwarted by authorities in Texas on Wednesday. The operation involved a 2015 Chevy pickup truck that was stopped by customs agents at the Anzalduas Port of Entry in Mission, where special agents from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) discovered 30 handguns hidden inside a spare tire.
The guns included a 5.7-caliber FN Herstal, a type known as "cop-killer" due to its ability to pierce body armor. The ammunition is notoriously difficult to stop and has been linked to several high-profile shootings in the United States. According to officials, the handguns were allegedly bound for Guanajuato, Mexico, where gun ownership is heavily restricted.
In addition to the firearms, investigators also found 60 magazines and one speed loader concealed inside the vehicle's spare tire. The sheer number of guns and ammunition seized has raised concerns about organized smuggling operations along the US-Mexico border.
Two men were arrested in connection with the incident: Luis E. Torres Mujica, a 30-year-old resident of Guanajuato, Mexico, who was driving the truck, and Jesse Joe Camacho, a 28-year-old from McAllen, Texas, who was a passenger. Both men have been charged with theft of property and firearm smuggling, a second-degree felony.
The arrest is seen as a significant blow to smugglers attempting to transport high-caliber firearms across the border, where such weapons are often highly valued by organized crime groups. As authorities continue to crack down on gun smuggling operations, it remains to be seen whether this incident will mark a turning point in efforts to combat these activities.
As of now, investigators have discovered that one of the handguns seized was reported stolen out of Austin, Texas, adding another layer of complexity to the case. The sheer scale and sophistication of the operation underscores the ongoing threat posed by gun smuggling along the US-Mexico border.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks faced by border patrol agents who often confront smugglers attempting to transport high-powered firearms across international borders. It also highlights the importance of continued cooperation between law enforcement agencies in preventing such operations and bringing those responsible to justice.
this is so scary, like what if they had made it across? I don't get why people feel the need to smuggle guns into Mexico... isn't it weird that they found "cop-killer" guns too? 
how do these smugglers even think they can just hide them in a spare tire?! 
and now 2 guys are in trouble, which is good, I guess. But shouldn't we be worried about all this gun smuggling stuff? It feels like it's always going on and no one knows for sure where the guns are ending up... 
OMG, can you believe what just happened?! 
A truck was stopped at the border with a spare tire full of guns, including that crazy "cop-killer" model! 
And to make matters worse, they also found ammo and a speed loader hidden in there... it's like they wanted to make sure as many people got hurt as possible. 
It's like they had inside help or something. And now we're dealing with the consequences - guns found stolen in Texas... it's just not right.
Either way, it's a pretty clever (or not-so-clever) move to hide all that firepower in there.
. I mean, 30 handguns in a spare tire? That's just crazy talk. And a "cop-killer" model to boot? It's like they're begging for trouble. I hope those two guys get the maximum sentence, not just for themselves but also as an example to others who might think they can get away with this stuff.
. We need to make sure we're doing everything we can to prevent this kind of thing from happening again and make sure those responsible are held accountable.
they tried to hide 30 guns and 60 mags in a spare tire 
i mean, I know gun control is a big issue but come on guys 
these smugglers are putting lives at risk and it's just not worth it 
anyways, I think this is a great example of why we need to be more vigilant about security checks at the border 
maybe this will be the wake-up call we need to crack down on gun smuggling once and for all 
let's hope so 
anyway im glad law enforcement was able to crack down on it but u know my cousin is from mcallen texas so that puts me in a weird spot lol 
and how authorities have to stay one step ahead to catch smugglers in the act 
. It's heartbreaking to think about the lives lost due to such guns and it's a stark reminder that international cooperation is key 
. This incident has me thinking, what else are smugglers trying to move across borders? Is this just the tip of the iceberg? 
30 handguns hidden in a spare tire? That's like trying to smuggle a small army across the border. I mean, what's next? A cargo plane full of sniper rifles? 
#GunControlNow #SmugglingOps #BorderPatrol #JusticeForAll
So glad they caught the guys trying to smuggle them out. But, like, why do these people even think it's a good idea to try this stuff?