Federal authorities in Texas reported multiple arrests and drug interdictions this week, including a three-time deported criminal alien and large methamphetamine seizures at ports of entry.
1. ICE Arrests Hit-And-Runner in Dallas
ERO Dallas, @ERODallas, posted on X on August 27:
ICE @ERODallas arrested Noe Nava-Mata, a 3-time deported criminal alien from Mexico, Aug. 26. While in the U.S. illegally, Nava has been convicted of DWI, hit-and-run, drug possession and obstructing police and is clearly a danger to public safety. pic.twitter.com/W6QwTqKprq
— ERO Dallas (@ERODallas) August 27, 2025
Nava-Mata, 34, was previously charged with unlawful reentry after being removed from the United States on January 20, 2013, near Calexico, California, according to a 2023 press release from the Northern District of Oklahoma.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Enforcement and Removal Operations investigated, and then-Assistant U.S. Attorney Cheryl L. Baber reportedly prosecuted the case.
The press release listed Nava-Mata among other individuals charged with wire fraud, drug trafficking, burglary, and unlawful reentry.
2. Del Rio CBP Seizes Meth Hidden in Stone Benches
Director of Field Operations, Donald R. Kusser, @DFOLaredo, posted on X on August 28:
Smugglers Benched💥@cbpfieldops officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry seized 81.70 pounds of meth concealed within stone benches. State Prosecution was accepted.
Try to hide it, we'll find it. #ofoproud 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/jkMExg4hc2— Director of Field Operations, Donald R. Kusser (@DFOLaredo) August 28, 2025
Using pricing estimates from Zinnia Health, which puts methamphetamine between $10 and $400 per gram, the 81.70-pound shipment equals roughly 37,063 grams. That translates to an estimated street value of $370,630 to $14,825,200.
| Location | Weight (lbs) | Weight (grams) | Estimated Value ($10-$400/g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Rio | 81.70 | 37,063 | $370,630 – $14,825,200 |
3. Meth Seizure at the Colombia Solidarity Bridge
Kusser also posted on August 26:
Not the kind of bass drop you want [🔊] @cbpfieldops at the Colombia Solidarity Bridge seized 76.63 pounds of methamphetamine concealed within speaker boxes. The driver now faces federal prosecution. Great Work, CBPOs! [👮🏼♀️] #OFOProud pic.twitter.com/WmMk8kAE8c
— Director of Field Operations, Donald R. Kusser (@DFOLaredo) August 26, 2025
This seizure of 76.63 pounds equals roughly 34,760 grams. Using Zinnia Health’s street value range, the meth could be worth $347,600 to $13,904,000 if sold illegally.
| Location | Weight (lbs) | Weight (grams) | Estimated Value ($10-$400/g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia Solidarity Bridge | 76.63 | 34,760 | $347,600 – $13,904,000 |
The Dallas Express previously reported on a similar bust of 857.59 pounds of meth hidden in roses at the Hidalgo International Bridge, valued at nearly $8 million in mid-August.
Texas Takedown Weekly is a recurring series from The Dallas Express chronicling the most significant immigration-related arrests and interdictions across the state. To read last week’s edition, click Texas Takedown Weekly: Kush Crush, 1K Pills In Orifices, And Child Predator (August 22).