Securing the Northern Frontier: Detroit Sector Leads in Drug Seizures Along U.S.-Canada Border
The U.S. Border Patrol's Detroit Sector has been leading all northern border sectors in drug seizures since 2019, according to a recent federal report. The report analyzed data from seven years across the U.S. Border Patrol's northern border sectors, including Detroit, Spokane, Blaine, Havre, Grand Forks, Buffalo, Houlton, and Swanton, covering 4,000 miles of the U.S. border with Canada. From 2019 to March 31, the Detroit Sector conducted 681 narcotics seizures, averaging 150 seizures per year over the last two years.
Detroit Sector's Acting Chief Patrol Agent, Javier Geronimo Jr., highlighted the challenging environment of the region, with narrow waterways, the Great Lakes, and high traffic corridors near major population centers and transportation routes that attract smuggling and criminal organizations. Despite these challenges, Detroit Sector agents collaborate with local, state, and federal partners to protect communities and uphold U.S. security. The dedication and vigilance of the agents in safeguarding the nation's northern frontier are commendable, reflecting the commitment shared across all northern border sectors.
The Detroit Sector encompasses 863 maritime miles of the Northern Border and includes stations in Detroit, Gibraltar, Marysville, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, and Port Clinton, Ohio. The sector's efforts in combating drug smuggling and criminal activities contribute to maintaining the safety and security of the United States' northern border. Stay updated on the latest local news and weather by subscribing to the WNEM TV5 newsletter for daily email updates.