TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — The U.S. Border Patrol has chased down a truck after the driver ran away from authorities and crashed on Interstate 8.
Chief Patrol Agent John R. Modlin says the Customs Border Protection Air and Marine Operations helped Ajo Station agents track alleged smugglers down.
He confirms agents found two Mexican nationals in a truck once it came to a stop after crashing near Casa Grande, Ariz.
According to Modlin, agents also discovered 25 pounds of methamphetamine.
Both Mexican nationals are facing criminal charges.
Ajo Station agents seized 25 pounds of methamphetamine near Casa Grande, AZ.
— John R. Modlin (@USBPChiefTCA) July 18, 2022
In a collaborative effort with @CBPAMO, agents located the vehicle after it fled on I-8 and crashed. With assistance from @mcsoaz, both Mexican citizen smugglers face criminal charges. #Teamwork pic.twitter.com/VHycoED3mD
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