FOXNews | 3 hours ago | US Today
Over Super Bowl weekend, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials stationed at the Texas border apprehended three Americans charged with child sex crimes. This incident underscored the fact that, beyond managing immigration and customs, the CBP also plays a significant role in protecting against these sorts of crimes.
The three arrests took place separately at different border crossing points. Each individual had existing warrants for arrest related to child sex offenses and were taken into custody with no incident. The accused individuals are now facing charges and were turned over to local law enforcement to await trial.
This event shines a spotlight on the proactive role that CBP plays in safeguarding the U.S. from individuals wanted for severe crimes, including child sex offenses. Besides its primary function of overseeing and regulating cross-border movement and trade, CBP also works diligently to intercept and arrest individuals attempting to enter or exit the country while fleeing legal consequences for their actions.
The separate arrests of these accused individuals clearly demonstrates the effectiveness of CBP's work. An organization fundamentally designed to manage border crossings and protect US customs, it also plays a critical role in national security by preventing entry of individuals involved in grave crimes. The arrests during Super Bowl weekend form further evidence of ongoing efforts to maintain law and order across US borders, and specifically, protect against threats to child safety.