And who says Eastern MT isn't a hotbed of illegal border crossings ... build that wall
"HAVRE, Mont. — Havre sector border patrol agents arrested a man and woman who evaded the port of entry and entered the U.S. illegally around Oct. 27.
Both were citizens of Mexico and were arrested in Havre.
“I am proud of the time and diligence our agents take on a daily basis to follow up on leads and develop good working relations in our communities” said Chief Patrol Agent Sean McGoffin. “Border Patrol agents maintain the utmost vigilance to ensure the continued safety of the American public from any potential threats.”
U.S. Customs and Border Protections sent out the following release:
Havre Sector Border Patrol agents arrested a man and a woman who entered the United States from Canada by evading a port of entry, unlawfully entering the country on foot on or about October 27. The two citizens of Mexico were arrested in the Havre area. The individuals were processed for violating federal immigration laws and turned over to Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
“I am proud of the time and diligence our agents take on a daily basis to follow up on leads and develop good working relations in our communities” said Chief Patrol Agent Sean McGoffin. “Border Patrol agents maintain the utmost vigilance to ensure the continued safety of the American public from any potential threats.”
As America’s unified border agency, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) protects the United States against terrorist threats and prevents the illegal entry of people and dangerous materials into the United States, while facilitating lawful travel and trade. Additionally, CBP routinely conducts inspection operations on arriving and departing international flights and intercepts narcotics, weapons, currency, prohibited agriculture products, and other illicit items.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection welcomes assistance from the community. Individuals can report suspicious activity to Border Patrol by calling 800 BE ALERT or (800) 232-5378. All calls will be answered and remain anonymous.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and between official ports of entry. CBP is charged with securing the borders of the United States while enforcing hundreds of laws and facilitating lawful trade and travel."
https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/havre-border-agents-arrest-2-people-in-us-illegally
