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Contraband: Seized at the Border

The border between the USA and Mexico is the busiest in the world. This series follows the work of America’s Customs and Border Protection agency, whose job is to defend the border and stop terrorists, drugs and illegal weapons from entering the country.
202310 episodesTV-14
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  1. S1 E1 - Babies, Hard Drugs and Carrots
    May 22, 2023
    41min
    13+
    A woman is investigated for smuggling a baby. Officers find packets filled with cocaine, meth, and heroin in carrots -- indicating gang involvement. Two young women are caught smuggling pills, and a wanted man triggers an alert.
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  2. S1 E2 - Deadly Cargo
    May 29, 2023
    41min
    13+
    Officers discover firearms that may be intended for a Mexican drug lord and a load of Fentanyl hidden in an ice cream freezer. A truck driver transporting puppies is under scrutiny, and a wanted woman is detained in Brownsville.
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  3. S1 E3 - Fueled by Meth
    June 5, 2023
    41min
    TV-14
    In their battle against the cartels, Customs and Border Protection flag a tractor-trailer transporting tanks of liquid methamphetamine. Meanwhile, officers nab an exotic reptile smuggler, and 36 pounds of cocaine are found inside a pickup truck.
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  4. S1 E4 - Fighting Words
    June 12, 2023
    41min
    TV-14
    Officers question a man traveling with two children that aren't his. A traveler is caught smuggling cash. Drugs are found concealed in a flatbed truck. A drunken man is restrained in Progreso.
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  5. S1 E5 - You've Got Meth
    June 19, 2023
    41min
    TV-14
    Officers in Laredo help a troubled 14-year-old. Drugs sent through the mail are seized. A nurse in Progreso is caught smuggling Fentanyl. A woman with children is stopped, and $350k worth of marijuana is seized. A drunk woman bares all to officers.
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  6. S1 E6 - Wheels on the Bus
    June 26, 2023
    41min
    TV-14
    Multiple drug busts and arrests are made at various border crossings in Texas, including the discovery of the largest meth haul ever attempted at the Pharr-Reynosa International Bridge. Fentanyl-laced candles and scorpion-infused drinks are denied entry.
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  7. S1 E7 - Seven Million Dollar Seizure
    July 3, 2023
    41min
    TV-14
    At the Brownsville point of entry, officers encounter drug trafficking, fraudulent documents and illegal merchandise. Authorities seize $7 million worth of marijuana hidden inside rolled carpet during a routine cargo inspection at the World Trade Bridge.
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  8. S1 E8 - A Double-Bust Kind of Day
    July 10, 2023
    41min
    13+
    Meth is found inside the walls of a trailer. Brothers are caught smuggling prescription medication. Illicit Mexican delicacies are confiscated at the border.
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  9. S1 E9 - Blood is Thicker Than Water
    July 17, 2023
    41min
    13+
    Upon detaining a woman smuggling Tramadol and Xanax pills, officers discover she is part of a larger drug ring. Officers arrest a daily crosser after finding cocaine in her vehicle. An officer's hunch leads to the discovery of 500 kilos of marijuana.
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  10. S1 E10 - New Methods, Old Lies
    August 7, 2023
    41min
    TV-14
    -- Officers discover methamphetamine hidden inside a truck's speakers and confiscate drugs packed deep within lead boxes. A woman denies trafficking pain pills, and later, a man is interviewed to confirm his citizenship.
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Producers
Ben LaidlowCary BellStewart MorrisKori Frederick
Cast
Cary BellRobert GlenisterBen LaidlowStewart Morris
Studio
discovery plus Crimes
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