A San Luis man, Isrrael Millan, age 19, was indicted on two counts of for Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine and Importation of Methamphetamine by a federal grand jury.
The indictment alleges that, on December 9, 2022, Millan applied for entry into the United States from Mexico, at the San Luis Port of Entry near Yuma, Arizona. At the Port, Customs and Border Protection officers conducted a search of Millan’s vehicle and discovered 170 cellophane-wrapped packages concealed in the quarter panels, doors, rocker panels, firewall, and dashboard. In total, the officers found over 175 pounds of methamphetamine in Millan’s vehicle.
A conviction on each charged offense carries a maximum penalty of life in prison and a $10,000,000 fine.