The CBP intercepted a gallon of codeine syrup that was being shipped from the United Kingdom to Philadelphia, officials say. It is commonly mixed to produce lean or sizzurp.
Bottles of codeine syrup labeled as vegetable glycerin was intercepted by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol officers in June.
"Codeine has a high rate of abuse as a recreation drug, but one that poses potential health concerns," the agency added."Abusers mix codeine syrup with alcohol or non-alcoholic beverages into a concoction known on the street as purple drank, cough syrup, lean, or sizzurp." After the discovery, the CBP tipped off Homeland Security Investigations agents to investigate the matter further.A CBP official credited his agency for handling the interception diligently.
"Intercepting this illicit shipment of codeine syrup is further proof of Customs and Border Protection officers continued commitment to keeping our communities safe by diligently searching for illicit and dangerous products imported in international parcels," Rene Ortega, Acting Area Port Director for CBP’s Area Port of Philadelphia, said in a statement.The incident is being actively investigated by federal authorities. There is no additional information at this time.
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