Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry

Archived account of the Port Director for the San Ysidro Port of Entry. Follow @DFOSanDiegoCA for local CBP Office of Field Operations content.

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

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[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

To all our followers: Starting October 29, 2021, this account will become inactive. Our content will be moving to @DFOSanDiegoCA.

Be sure to start following us at @DFOSanDiegoCA!

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

Trusted No More! #CBP officers discovered more than 50 lbs. of cocaine concealed in the vehicle of a Trusted Traveler Program member as he applied for entry into the U.S. at the #SanYsidro Port of Entry. The subject was detained for further processing. #frontline #Vigilance

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

The #constitution & #citizenship day is a big #celebration for us all. In 1787, our Founding fathers signed the Constitution and created the framework to our government today. We #celebrate those individuals that have worked and sacrificed to become U.S. citizens.

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

CBP is honored to be part of the #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth #celebration. #Diversity is our strength and we applaud the different #cultures, #traditions, and #customs Hispanics contribute to our country. #TogetherStrong #CBP

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

Today marks 20 years since the attacks on #September11, 2001. #CBP is honored to have the opportunity to show our respect by taking a moment of silence for all those who sacrificed their lives that day. My thoughts are with all of you.

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

Today we are celebrating #LaborDay. I want to acknowledge employees in all industries for their commitment and contribution. From all of us at @CBP, we wish you all a wonderful and joyful #holiday. #Bravo #Labor #CBP

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

A SENTRI cardholder was apprehended by @CBP officers at the #SanYsidro Port of Entry after a #K9 alerted to his vehicle. Officers seized 28 packages of cocaine, found in various areas of the vehicle, with an estimated street value of more than $1 million. #Pawsome catch

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

September 21, 2021 is now the new date set for non-essential #travelrestrictions. The #SanYsidro Port of Entry will continue to operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please ONLY #travel across the #border for essential reasons. #TogetherWeCan fight this malicious virus.

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

We wish all the @CBPAMO team a very happy #NationalAviationWeek. Aside from securing our borders, you respond to emergencies and rescue people in need. We know you have a lot of ground to cover and you do it well. To learn more, go here https://t.co/blVcO7Yzk4

[CBP AMO @CBPAMO]

On July 11, an El Paso Air Branch AS350 crew responded to a Border Patrol Search, Trauma, & Rescue (BORSTAR) request to locate a large crossing group in South Texas. The aircrew spotted the group and guided agents in to apprehend 27 people. @CBPAMORegDirSW

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

Please remember, by Federal law, you must always declare monetary instruments over $10k when crossing the international border to @CBP officers! Failure to declare can lead to forfeiture and could result in civil and or criminal penalties! #Declare #Money

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

When I first heard about this seizure the first thing that came to mind was all those countless hours and #dedication our @CBP officers put into the job and protection of our #homeland. Great job. #OFO #StayVigilant

[Port Director of Otay Mesa Port of Entry @CBPPortDirOTM]

Click link: https://t.co/NaESPmFgFn to see the result of our @CBP officers’ #diligent work despite the high temperature weather and long working hours. Keep up the great work. #CBPProud #OtayMesa

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

Amazing job by our #K9 team! A male U.S. citizen driver waiting in line was referred for further inspection after #K9 “Arco” alerted to his vehicle. During the inspection @CBP officers discovered over 95 lbs. of meth and fentanyl. #CBP officers are always #HardAtWork. #Bravo

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

Restrictions on non-essential travel at the #SanYsidro Port of Entry have been extended until August 21st. #COVID19 is still a problem that we need to fight together. Only travel for essential purposes. Help control the spread of this malicious virus. #CoronaVirus #TogetherWeCan

[Director of Field Operations Sidney Aki @DFOSanDiegoCA]

Travel restrictions have been extended until August 21, 2021. The hours of operation for the San Diego Field Office Ports of Entry will remain the same. Please help us minimize the spread. #StaySafe by minimizing your travel needs to essential only. #BeSafe #Covid19

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

Two trusted travelers in vehicles were apprehended by @CBP officers at the #SanYsidro Port of Entry in separate incidents. 40 lbs. of fentanyl & heroin were found during the 1st incident & 35 lbs. of meth during the 2nd one. Keep up the hard work! #TrustedNoMore #StayAlert

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

Officers at the #SanYsidro Port of Entry discovered over 20 lbs. of heroin in a Nissan referred for inspection. X-ray and K9 helped @CBP officers remove & seize 10 packages, with an estimated value of 260K, from the spare tire of the vehicle. #GreatCatch #StayVigilant

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

Happy Independence Day! The day marks the historical event when the United States of America declared its independence from the rule of Great Britain. #CBP #4thofJuly

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

Officers apprehended a male traveler attempting to smuggle over 60 lbs. of fentanyl and meth in his vehicle while waiting in line at the San Ysidro Port of Entry. @CBP officers are always on alert and looking for illicit contraband #BeAlert #SYS

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

A significant smuggling attempt was thwarted at the San Ysidro Port of Entry. A female driver was arrested after @CBP officers discovered more than 2 lbs. of fentanyl and 10 lbs. of cocaine strapped to her body during inspection. #AlwaysVigilant #SYS

[Port Director of San Ysidro Port of Entry @CBPPortDirSYS]

Amazing trifecta load discovered at the San Ysidro Port of Entry! @CBP officers targeted a vehicle in line. Upon further inspection, meth, fentanyl, and heroin were found in multiple areas of the vehicle with an estimated street value of $570K. #SYS #AwesomeCatch