AMO Deputy Exec Asst Commissioner Keith Jones

CBP Air and Marine Operations - Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

Teamwork to secure our Homeland! 🇺🇸

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

Ready for anything. 🇺🇸 #ProtectingAmerica

[CBP Ops Support EAC Casey Durst @CBPOpsSpprtEAC]

.@CBP is asking the world: “Are You Ready?” No matter where you’re from or how you say it, we’re here for every fan, every language, every moment. Let’s kick off the World Cup together! #CBP #AreYouReady #FIFAWorldCup

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

The border is CLOSED! If you attempt to enter the United States illegally by water you will be caught, arrested, and processed for removal! We are watching from the air, sea, and land. #bordersecurity

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

🚨ICYMI - 240 LIVES SAVED DURING ILLEGAL MARITIME MIGRATION ATTEMPT!

On May 31, a Jacksonville Air and Marine Branch Multi-Role Enforcement Aircraft detected a surface target of interest about 65 nautical miles south of the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI).

Air Interdiction Agents relayed information to TCI authorities and OPBAT partners, providing updated position, course, and speed reports.

The AMO aircrew conducted a successful over-the-air handoff of the STOI to a U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) aircraft.

USCG aircrew reported the vessel had lost one engine, was slowly taking on water, and occupants were observed bailing 3–5 gallons of water per minute.

At approximately 9:00 pm, USCG reported the vessel was dead in the water and occupants continued to bail water using buckets.

TCI authorities declared a search and rescue case due to increased risk of capsizing and launched four maritime surface assets.

At approximately 1:00 a.m. on June 1, TCI authorities successfully rescued/interdicted the STOI.

TCI authorities reported a total of 240 migrants onboard: 191 adult males, 44 adult females, and 5 minors.

The passengers and crew were taken by Turks and Caicos authorities and did not reach U.S. soil.

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

If you are in this country illegally, we will find you. We will arrest you. You will be fined. And you will be removed. There are no exceptions! #ProtectingAmerica 🇺🇸

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

When Marine Interdiction Agents talk to Air Interdiction Agents. I mean they both fly! #ProtectingAmerica 🇺🇸

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

Let’s Go! #FreedomFriday

[AMO Deputy Exec Asst Commissioner Keith Jones @CBPAMODEAC]

Saving lives! Outstanding work Jax.

[CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott @CBPCommissioner]

Outstanding work by @CBPAMO, @USCG, and our international partners.

This week, Air Interdiction Agents located a vessel carrying 240 migrants from Haiti attempting an illegal maritime migration. The overcrowded vessel was taking on water and in danger of sinking.

Our personnel helped prevent what could have been a catastrophic loss of life while stopping yet another illegal migration attempt.

The message remains clear: illegal maritime migration is dangerous, it is not worth the risk, and you will not gain entry into the US.

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

Protecting America from sea to shining sea 24/7! #BorderSecurity

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

We train everyday because failure is not an option when it comes to protecting America! #trainingtuesday 🇺🇸

[AMO Deputy Exec Asst Commissioner Keith Jones @CBPAMODEAC]

Congratulations Chief. 🇺🇸

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

Congratulations to Chief Rosario "Pete" Vasquez on his appointment as the 28th Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol! Air and Marine Operations looks forward to continuing our partnership and working together to secure America and advance our shared mission. Welcome, Chief Vasquez! @USBPChief

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

Border Security is National Security! 🇺🇸

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

Up and at it! #BorderSecurity

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

Incredible teamwork to stop 900lbs of cocaine from making it to the streets of America! #BorderSecurity

[AMO Deputy Exec Asst Commissioner Keith Jones @CBPAMODEAC]

Outstanding work by our Caribbean Air and Marine Branch!

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

🚨AMO Black Hawk disabling fire ends vessel pursuit🚨

On May 13, AMO aircrews detected a suspicious 25-foot Yola-type vessel northwest of Puerto Rico, carrying three individuals and visible packages. Our teams maintained continuous aerial surveillance, tracking the vessel through the night.

The next evening, the San Juan Marine Unit launched a coordinated interdiction operation. Two Coastal Interceptor Vessels and multiple aircraft moved in, guided by constant vectors from our aircrews.

At 9:51 p.m., the targeted vessel was intercepted north of San Juan. The suspects tried to evade capture and began dumping contraband into the water. In a decisive moment, the AMO Black Hawk crew deployed Air Disabling Fire, stopping the vessel cold.

Three Dominican Republic nationals were taken into custody, and five bales containing 391 lbs. of cocaine were seized and transferred to the Homeland Security Task Force. This operation highlights our relentless commitment to securing America’s borders and keeping dangerous drugs off our streets.

Check out the full video here: https://t.co/F5r4WqBtKU

#AMO #BorderSecurity #Teamwork

[AMO Deputy Exec Asst Commissioner Keith Jones @CBPAMODEAC]

RT @CBPAMO: Happy 102nd Anniversary to the U.S. Border Patrol. Your unwavering commitment to securing our nation’s borders makes you the be…

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

Our mission goes on and on… #BorderSecurity #NorthernBorder 🇺🇸

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

RESCUE - On May 18, a Tucson UH-60 Blackhawk crew responded to an air support request in the Baboquivari Mountains, southwest of Tucson, AZ. Two illegal aliens who attempted to flee from Border Patrol agents had fallen and sustained multiple injuries. Three Rescue Specialists were inserted by hoist, provided medical care, and both individuals were safely extracted and transported to Banner University Medical Center for further evaluation. #Rescue #BorderSecurity

[AMO Deputy Exec Asst Commissioner Keith Jones @CBPAMODEAC]

Please join us in welcoming CIR K9 Slater and handler MIA Jason Miele to the South East Region team! After five weeks of rigorous training at the US Border Patrol Canine Academy, Slater—our youngest graduate—is ready to serve with dedication and excellence. #K9Slater #AMO