Mexico: Border tunnel used for drug and arms trafficking found in Tijuana

Federal authorities have uncovered a sophisticated cross-border tunnel in Tijuana, Baja California, believed to have been used for smuggling illicit goods. The tunnel stretches approximately 265 meters long and plunges to a depth of 6.30 meters.

During a search of a property in the Nueva Tijuana neighborhood, agents from the FGR's Criminal Investigation Agency found the tunnel. The site also contained operational infrastructure, including lighting and ventilation systems. Notably, an electronic sliding mechanism was installed for movement in both directions between Mexico and the United States.

The discovery was the result of intelligence gathering by the FGR. Agents also found evidence at the property suggesting its use as a storage, logistics, and trafficking hub for weapons, explosives, and illegal substances. Among the items seized were ammunition, suspected methamphetamine, marijuana, cell phones, and various documents.

The FGR stated that this operation represents a significant blow to the operational routes and logistical schemes used for drug trafficking. It is expected to strengthen investigative efforts and bolster institutional capabilities in combating criminal organizations involved in such illicit activities. Preliminary investigations suggest the tunnel may connect to a street in San Diego, California.