U.S. Court Revokes Citizenship of Mexican Drug Dealer Who Hid Criminal Past
A federal district court in Northern Florida has revoked the U.S. citizenship of Melchor Munoz, a Mexican native who became a citizen in 2009. The court found that Munoz concealed his criminal record during his naturalization process. He pled guilty in 2012 to conspiracy to distribute large quantities of cocaine (five kilograms or more) and marijuana (100 kilograms or more). This ruling affects Munoz directly, while also sending a clear warning to others who might try to obtain citizenship through fraudulent means. It underlines the Justice Department’s commitment to targeting individuals involved in serious drug trafficking who try to exploit... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Mar 2026 21:30
US Court Revokes Citizenship of Mexican Drug Dealer Who Hid Criminal Past
Melchor Munoz, a Mexican native who became a U.S. citizen in 2009, had his citizenship revoked by a U.S. District Court in Florida after it was proven he lied about his criminal history during his naturalization process. The court found that Munoz failed to disclose his 2012 guilty plea for conspiracy to distribute large quantities of cocaine and marijuana. Munoz’s involvement included trafficking over five kilograms of cocaine and more than 100 kilograms of marijuana, marking him as a significant figure in drug distribution. The revocation sends a message that the U.S. government is intensifying measures against individuals who obtain... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Mar 2026 20:57
CBP Seizes Over 900 Pounds of Liquid Meth Hidden in Fuel Tank at Otay Mesa Border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers intercepted a major drug shipment on March 2 at the Otay Mesa Cargo Facility near San Diego. They seized more than 900 pounds of liquid methamphetamine hidden ingeniously inside the fuel tank of a tractor-trailer attempting to enter the United States from Mexico. The tractor-trailer was driven by a 26-year-old Mexican national who was sent for additional inspection after initial screening raised suspicions. During the thorough vehicle search, CBP officers used advanced non-intrusive technology and physical probing of the fuel tank, uncovering an unknown gel-like substance mixed within the diesel fuel. They subsequently... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Mar 2026 20:45
Five Mexican Nationals Indicted Over Clandestine Meth Lab in California
A federal grand jury charged five Mexican nationals residing illegally in the United States with operating a clandestine methamphetamine manufacturing and distribution lab in Calaveras County, California. The indictment includes 10 counts covering conspiracy, drug trafficking, and firearms offenses, targeting a criminal operation that allegedly manufactured thousands of pounds of methamphetamine. This operation is linked to significant public health dangers, as methamphetamine poisonings strain local law enforcement and medical resources. The arrested individuals arrived in the U.S. at various times, with some previously removed and others issued notices to appear, underscoring ongoing challenges in immigration enforcement. Authorities emphasize the dismantling... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Mar 2026 20:27
US Customs Seizes Over 45 Pounds of Illegal Drugs in Mini Fridge Shipment from France
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Louisville recently intercepted a shipment arriving from France that was falsely declared as a 'Mini Fridge/Freezer.' A CBP canine alerted to the shipment, leading to a physical inspection that uncovered 12 boxes containing illicit drugs. Among these, seven boxes held 23 pounds of ethylpentedrone hydrochloride, a highly dangerous Schedule I stimulant with no medical use, known to cause severe health effects including cardiac arrest. The other five boxes contained an additional 23 pounds of ketamine, a Schedule III drug commonly used in medical settings but also subject to abuse. This interception disrupts... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Mar 2026 16:12
US Customs Seize 46 Pounds of Illegal Drugs from Shipment Labeled as Mini Fridge
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Louisville, Kentucky, intercepted a shipment from France that was falsely declared as containing a mini fridge. Upon inspection triggered by a CBP canine alert, officers found 12 boxes inside the shipment. Seven of those boxes contained a total of 23 pounds of Ethylpentedrone Hydrochloride, a potent and illegal stimulant with no recognized medical use, and known for causing severe health risks such as cardiac arrest and paranoia. The other five boxes held 23 pounds of Ketamine, a drug with legitimate medical applications but also a known substance of abuse. The seizure is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Mar 2026 15:15
Venezuela Interim President Ousts Defense Minister Amid Military Shakeup
Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, has dismissed Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino, replacing him with General Gustavo Gonzalez Lopez. Lopez currently oversees multiple critical security roles, including military counterintelligence and the presidential guard, positioning him as a powerful figure within Venezuela's defense establishment. This leadership change comes in the aftermath of a U.S. military operation on January 3 that captured former President Nicolas Maduro, who now faces drug trafficking charges in the United States. Rodriguez assumed interim leadership following Maduro’s arrest, and the reshuffle appears to reinforce her authority over the military amid continued political uncertainty. The move affects Venezuela’s military... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Mar 2026 10:57
UK National Crime Agency Warns Technology Is Accelerating Organised Crime
The UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) has unveiled its 2026 National Strategic Assessment, revealing a significant turning point in the fight against serious and organised crime. The agency's director highlighted that modern technology doesn’t just aid criminals; it fundamentally reshapes crime, speeding it up, making it more global, and increasing its harmful effects. This includes crimes such as drug trafficking, child sexual abuse, people smuggling, fraud, and cyber-attacks. The assessment underscores that law enforcement’s current tactics must evolve to meet these growing challenges. The NCA’s workforce of 6,000 officers is at the forefront of combating this intensified threat, but greater... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Mar 2026 15:45
Hong Kong police seize HK$20 million worth of cocaine in Sha Tin drug operation, arresting a 28-year-old man
Hong Kong police have executed a substantial drug operation, seizing approximately HK$20 million (US$2.55 million) worth of suspected cocaine in a village house located in Sha Tin. A 28-year-old jobless man was arrested during the operation, which authorities believe disrupted a significant drug trafficking scheme. The anti-drug trafficking raid took place on Saturday, following intelligence that indicated the property was being utilized for the storage of illegal substances. Details of the operation emerged from Senior Inspector Conrad Chan Yuen-fun, who heads the narcotics bureau’s operation division. In an official announcement made on Sunday, Chan reported that the police had been... [Continue Reading]
