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Air and Marine Operations Crew Intercepts Human-Smuggling Attempt Near California Coastline
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Public Affairs - Visual Communications Division
Feb. 2, 2026 | 1:56
On February 2, 2026, an Air and Marine Operations (AMO) Long Beach Marine Unit launched to interdict a panga-type vessel traveling up the west side of San Clemente Island, California. The AMO crew utilized two warning rounds before the panga stopped and were forced to use non-lethal force on the vessel operator. Twelve illegal aliens, including three minors, were onboard.
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