UPDATE: The U.S. Border Patrol has just announced a dramatic decrease in illegal border crossings in the San Diego Sector, coupled with a significant rise in narcotics seizures. This news comes as authorities reveal that 1,793 apprehensions were recorded during the first two months of the new fiscal year, marking an astonishing 93% drop from 24,735 apprehensions in the same period last year.
Chief Border Patrol Agent Justin De La Torre attributes this remarkable decline to stricter immigration policies. “By no longer releasing people into the U.S., we have removed the incentive for those considering illegal entry via smuggling routes,” De La Torre stated. This shift has allowed agents to focus more on patrol and interdiction rather than processing hundreds of illegal entries daily.
The implications of this reduction are profound. De La Torre noted, “Less money is going to the criminal organizations that facilitate human smuggling and generate violence in Mexico.” This shift is expected to lead to fewer individuals being exploited and risking their lives through dangerous smuggling networks.
In addition to the drop in crossings, the San Diego Sector has seen a record-breaking year for drug seizures. In Fiscal Year 2025, authorities seized 11,311 pounds of methamphetamine, and the trend is continuing in Fiscal Year 2026. In just two months, Border Patrol has already confiscated 970 pounds of methamphetamine, 555 pounds of cocaine, and 113 pounds of fentanyl, highlighting the ongoing battle against drug trafficking.
As the situation develops, the focus remains on the effectiveness of current border security measures and their impact on both illegal crossings and drug-related violence. Authorities are closely monitoring these trends, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance and enforcement.
Stay tuned for further updates as these critical developments unfold.
