EPIC Drug War Forward Observation Post details
El Paso's EPIC center, a $1 million annual multi agency narcotics clearinghouse, collects data on over 50 000 suspects and thousands of aircraft, vehicles, and vessels. The forward observation post on the U S Mexico border houses analysts with security, aiming to centralize drug trafficking information and integrate the Pathfinder system this spring.
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Stryker McGuire
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Jacques Kiere
el Paso Intelligence Center
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EPIC's Narcotics Watch Faces Cooperation Gaps and Doubts
Federal narcotics summary cites DEA and Customs figures for heroin seizures and notes EPIC’s data reach. Officials warn of coordination gaps as watch commanders field thousands of inquiries and questions about efficacy linger among agencies.
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DEA
EPIC center probes narcotics war at El Paso border
The third article in a series on border narcotics notes a Space-age center at El Paso still lacks proven effectiveness. EPIC faces agency feuds with DEA and Customs since 1974 while preparing for visits from White House and officials. Staff describe tedious, paperwork-heavy work behind the facility’s high tech aura.
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Stryker McGuire
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U S Mexico Meeting Described as Constructive and Open
A high level US and Mexican group met in San Antonio hosted by BK Johnson to discuss economic cooperation. The statement called the talks positive and constructive with no secrets. Attendees included US Senator Javits and Mexico’s ministers Beteta and Campillo Sainz along with top industrialists and corporate leaders.
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Bernardo Quintana
National Tourist Promotion Agency
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