US Border Patrol RGV Sector

US Border Patrol RGV Sector Official account of the U.S. Border Patrol Rio Grande Valley Sector Chief Patrol Agent Jared C. Ashby.

This is the official page for the United States Border Patrol's Rio Grande Valley Sector.

Falfurrias Border Patrol agents referred a vehicle to secondary inspection after a K9 alert. An electronic scan revealed...
06/20/2026

Falfurrias Border Patrol agents referred a vehicle to secondary inspection after a K9 alert. An electronic scan revealed anomalies inside two boxes on a flatbed trailer. Agents then discovered 10 illegal aliens concealed inside. The driver and passenger were arrested and the aliens were taken into custody for processing.

Smugglers continue to put lives at risk for profit, showing little regard for the well-being of those they transport. Concealment methods such as this can pose a fatal risk in the extreme temperatures along the southwest border.

High-tech surveillance and expert teamwork lead to 196 pounds of ma*****na off our streets!Our Mobile Video Surveillance...
06/19/2026

High-tech surveillance and expert teamwork lead to 196 pounds of ma*****na off our streets!

Our Mobile Video Surveillance System, combined with Fort Brown Station agents and a dedicated K9 Unit led to the apprehension of individuals smuggling ma*****na in the brush. This success highlights our commitment to keeping illegal drugs out of the Rio Grande Valley.

06/18/2026

On June 16, 2026, off-duty Border Patrol Agent Medellin responded to a plane crash on Bob Bullock Loop, joining local officers and Good Samaritans to rescue three juveniles and other survivors from the flames.

Agent Medellin’s quick actions and coordination with emergency responders exemplify the U.S. Border Patrol’s commitment to protecting our community, even off duty.

We are proud of Agent Medellin’s heroism. Honor First.

06/18/2026

SEARCH WARRANT EXECUTED - LEADS TO 10 ARRESTS!

RGV Agents apprehended one United States Citizen and nine illegal aliens from Ecuador, Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Peru. The principal suspect, a U.S. Citizen, and a co-principal, an illegal alien, are facing federal prosecution for alien smuggling and illegal possession of a firearm. This operation demonstrates RGV Agents' commitment to securing the border and upholding federal law, ensuring those involved in such offenses are brought to justice.

Vigilant agents and technology keep more than 47 pounds of ma*****na off our streets!!Fort Brown BP Station agents, the ...
06/17/2026

Vigilant agents and technology keep more than 47 pounds of ma*****na off our streets!!

Fort Brown BP Station agents, the Border Patrol Horse Patrol Unit, and cutting-edge technology worked together to arrest two individuals carrying two large bundles of ma*****na totaling more than 47 pounds. Hard work and teamwork on America's frontlines disrupt criminal activity, protecting our communities here in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond.

06/17/2026

On June 9, 2026, Yuma Station Border Patrol agents responded to a report of suspicious activity near a local motel. Agents responded and arrested multiple individuals for immigration related crimes, to include alien smuggling. A U.S. citizen suspected of harboring these individuals was taken into custody after attempting to flee arrest and will be charged with alien smuggling under 8 USC 1324. One Nicaraguan national, two Vietnamese nationals, and ten Mexican nationals were all determined to be unlawfully present in the United States and will be processed for deportation. Enforcement actions like this exemplify the dedication the U.S. Border Patrol has for safeguarding our communities.

Partnership in Protection: Joint efforts lead to the arrest of a pill pusher!RGV agents at the Falfurrias Checkpoint ass...
06/16/2026

Partnership in Protection: Joint efforts lead to the arrest of a pill pusher!
RGV agents at the Falfurrias Checkpoint assisted a Brooks
County Sheriff’s Office Deputy with the interdiction of a narcotics smuggler. Following
a traffic stop on Texas Highway 281, the deputy suspected the vehicle was being
used for illicit activity. A Falfurrias Checkpoint agent and his K9 partner went
to work, and the highly skilled four-legged partner quickly alerted to the
presence of contraband. A subsequent search of the vehicle led to the discovery
of a concealed compartment. Hidden inside the compartment were several packages
of opioid pills valued at nearly $20,000. The driver was arrested and turned
over to the Sheriff's Office to face felony state narcotics charges.
Opioid abuse remains a real threat to our country, affecting nearly six million people each year.
Opioid misuse can lead to addiction, overdose, and death. Drug interdictions like this are crucial in preventing harmful drugs from reaching our neighborhoods and endangering lives.

06/14/2026

Technology, vigilance, and dedication - from drones and surveillance towers to the boots on the ground, RGV agents continue to strengthen border security and protect our nation.

Border Patrol Agents at the Falfurrias checkpoint successfully interdicted a dangerous human smuggling attempt. A white ...
06/12/2026

Border Patrol Agents at the Falfurrias checkpoint successfully interdicted a dangerous human smuggling attempt. A white Dodge Ram 3500 hauling a gooseneck trailer loaded with mulch bags, approached the primary inspection lane. As the agents conducted their inspection, a USBP K9 alerted to the vehicle's trailer, prompting agents to direct it to secondary inspection.
Upon further examination, agents removed the mulch bags and discovered a makeshift container, concealing 26 illegal aliens. These types of enclosed spaces pose extreme dangers, including the risk of asphyxiation and severe heat-related illness, especially given South Texas's propensity for high temperatures.

The driver was arrested for human smuggling, and the illegal aliens were taken into custody for further processing. This incident highlights the life-threatening risks associated with illegal immigration methods employed by criminal organizations.

06/11/2026

Laredo Sector agents stopped a dangerous human smuggling attempt near Cotulla, TX, uncovering 13 illegal aliens crammed into a truck, including juveniles.

Human smugglers have no regard for human life. If you are caught smuggling, you will be arrested and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

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Edinburg, TX
78542

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