Hidden tunnel discovered in Tijuana may have supported cross-border trafficking operations Mexican authorities discovered a sophisticated 265-meter underground tunnel in Tijuana equipped with lighting, ventilation, and an electronic transport system, potentially linking the city to San Diego. The tunnel was found during an investigation into firearms, explosives, and drug offenses, with authorities believing the site may have been used as a trafficking center. This discovery coincides with U.S. charges against four individuals for trafficking cocaine through another sophisticated cross-border tunnel.

• A 265-meter underground tunnel was discovered in Tijuana, Mexico, near the U.S. border.
• The tunnel was equipped with lighting, ventilation, and an electronic transport system.
• Mexican authorities believe the tunnel may connect Tijuana to a street in San Diego.
• The site was being investigated for alleged firearms, explosives, and drug-related offenses.
• Investigators found ammunition, suspected methamphetamine, suspected marijuana, cell phones, and documents.
• This discovery follows U.S. charges against four individuals for trafficking over a ton of cocaine through a separate cross-border tunnel.
• The separate tunnel, stretching from Tijuana to Otay Mesa, was also equipped with sophisticated infrastructure and resulted in the seizure of approximately 1,029 kg of cocaine.
• U.S. officials stated these discoveries represent significant blows to criminal organizations using underground smuggling routes.