A U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer accused of allowing cars packed with illegal drugs to come into the U.S. unchecked lived a secret life away from his family fueled by large amounts of unexplained cash, prosecutors argued.
CBP Officer Leonard George is charged with accepting bribes and conspiracy to transport and distribute controlled substances, including heroin, fentanyl and methamphetamines.
A U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer has been allowing vehicles loaded with drugs to cross the U.S.-Mexico border, federal prosecutors say. NBC 7's Jackie Crea reports on July 6, 2023.Sign up for NBC San Diego newsletters. The prosecutor added that George made large cash deposits and large credit card payments with bribe money.
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