More officers arrive at San Luis border

August 12, 2011 5:43 PM
BY CESAR NEYOY - BAJO EL SOL

SAN LUIS, Ariz. β€” Extra law enforcement officers have been assigned here as part of what is described as an ongoing operation along the border to stop illegal drugs from coming north and guns and cash from going south.

The operation became noticeable to residents throughout the past week as inspections of Mexico-bound pedestrians and vehicles resulted in traffic backups in the Arizona border city.

Overseeing the effort is the Arizona Joint Field Command, created by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to better coordinate the efforts of its officers in the agency's dual mission of stopping the flow of contraband and ensuring legitimate travel and trade between the United States and Mexico.

β€œIt's nothing (for the public) to be concerned about,β€