239 stolen vehicles intercepted
US Customs and Border Protection officers (CBP) routinely inspect imports and exports to ensure that commodities comply with United States laws and safety standards, and international conventions.
During fiscal year 2022, from 1 October 1 to 30 September 2022, officers intercepted 239 stolen vehicles in the Baltimore Field Office. This amount takes top spot among all CBP field offices.
CBP partnered with special agents from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). “Rigorous import and export examinations remain a critical component to CBP’s border security mission,” said Stephen Maloney, director of field operations for CBP’s Baltimore Field Office.
The stolen vehicles were valued at nearly USD 11.5 million and 95% of those vehicles were destined to ten West African nations. (lh)