Data and statements released on June 2, 2026 showed that stakeholders were tracking a development that drew same-day news attention. U.S. authorities announced June 1–2, 2026 discovery of a ~1,933-foot drug-smuggling tunnel from Tijuana to a fake “Buy 4 Less” store in Otay Mesa, San Diego.
Parallel announcements clarified that more than 2,269 pounds (~1 tonne+) of cocaine worth about $45 million was seized from linked vehicles; tunnel had electricity, ventilation and a hydraulic lift. Four men were charged/arrested: Gregorio Epifanio Hernandez Lopez and Jose Jimenez (San Diego), Antonio Cortez and Brandon Escalante Sandoval (Mexico).
Separately, DOJ said it was the 99th tunnel found in the Southern District of California since 1993.
The matter remains under active review according to published timelines.
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Sources:
https://newsonair.gov.in/us-mexico-tunnel