

Border Security: America's Front Line
2012–2024 · Global · 30 min · 5 seasons
S06E20 · Aimless Wanderer
Mon, 27 May, 1:00 am
In San Francisco, a man wandering aimlessly around the airport after his flight arrives is questioned about his luggage. And, in Boston, a couple returning from vacation don't want to make a spectacle of themselves.
About
Border Security: America's Front Line follows the work of US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers and agents as they clear travelers at land, air and marine ports of entry, inspect cargo and secure America's borders. In search of illegal travelers, weapons, and contraband, there's never a dull moment for the men and women who work for CBP.
Episodes
- E01
A Sketchy Parcel
Sun, 24 Mar· 30 minCBP crack the case on some undercooked eggs. A sketchy parcel packs more than protein powder at San Franciscos international postal facility.
- E02
Mystery Meat
Sun, 24 Mar· 30 minCBP has a beef with a traveler when they discover undeclared meat in his fiancés luggage. In Detroit, a surplus of soda sends two travelers to secondary.
- E03
Perplexing Pastries
Sun, 31 Mar· 30 minIn Buffalo, officers search the vehicle of an American permanent resident. And, CBP are perplexed by a batch of ceramic pastries.
- E04
Packing Heat
Sun, 31 Mar· 30 minA family risks losing their stacks of cash. Officers are on high alert after an American declares he is packing heat. CBP suspect a traveler is pulling a con job with his US work visa.
- E05
THC-Toting Traveler
Sun, 7 Apr· 30 minIn San Francisco, officers suspect a traveler may be doing more than just visiting a friend. A CBP canine tracks a THC-toting traveler.
- E06
Blowing Smoke
Sun, 7 Apr· 30 minA traveler isn't blowing smoke when it comes to declaring her cigarettes. And, agriculture specialists search dried plant products for potential diseases.
- E07
Making Waves
Sun, 14 Apr· 30 minA South American surfers vague travel plans make waves with CBP. A creepy critter is discovered in a couples belongings.
- E08
Concealed Contraband
Sun, 14 Apr· 30 minDetroit agriculture specialists are hungry to find prohibited food, and a CBP canine is on the hunt for concealed contraband.
- E09
Shocked and Stunned
Sun, 21 Apr· 30 minPlanning a surprise visit to a married man causes an airport snag for one traveler. Shocked by an undeclared stun gun, CBP race against time to find the owner before his plane boards.
- E10
Not Adding Up
Sun, 21 Apr· 30 minIn San Francisco, a traveler with boring plans comes under heavy scrutiny. At the JFK cargo facility, CBP have to figure out what to do when an arithmetic book isnt included on the manifesto.
- E11
Ostrich Oil
Sun, 28 Apr· 30 minIn Boston, CPB stick out their necks to ask about a bottle of ostrich oil. And, in Detroit, a Canadian law student must explain why her car smells like marijuana.
- E12
A Fond Farewell
Sun, 28 Apr· 30 minIn Boston, a large shipment of Viagra is intercepted, likely resulting in stiff consequences for the sender. And, at JFK, an agricultural inspector says a fond farewell to his partner of eight years.
- E13
A Case of Mistaken Identity
Sun, 5 May· 30 minA dentist from Kiev hopes for an extended stay in the U.S. after fleeing wartorn Ukraine. At the Detroit border, a case of mistaken identity causes alarm.
- E14
A Huge Wake-Up Call
Sun, 5 May· 30 minAt the JFK cargo facility, a large shipment of steel coffee mugs serve up a huge wake-up call. And, in Chicago, a rock star inspires CBP to take a closer look behind all the glitz and glamour.
- E15
Counterfeit Instruments
Sun, 12 May· 30 minAt Chicago O'Hare, a traveler is irate when he's taken to secondary. And, at the JFK cargo facility, a shipment of counterfeit instruments sounds a false note for CBP.
- E16
A Salty Situation
Sun, 12 May· 30 minDespite bags full of counterfeit merchandise, a traveler isn't bothered by CBP's probing questions. A woman crossing the border in Buffalo finds herself in a salty situation.
- E17
A Bounty of Gold
Mon, 20 May· 30 minAt the JFK cargo facility, a bounty of gold jewelry is apprehended when the manifesto seems to sell its value short. In Detroit, Baily the dog has a big day.
- E18
A Radioactive Man
Mon, 20 May· 30 minAt the JFK cargo facility, boxes of pancake mix fall flat and an Egyptian artifact is unearthed. And, at the Detroit border crossing, a radioactive man is both amused and annoyed.
- E19
Live Moth Pupas
Mon, 27 May· 30 minA Mexican man is questioned after CBP learns his vacation plans may include a work component. At the JFK cargo facility, a shipment of live moth pupas is put under the microscope.
- E20
Aimless Wanderer
Mon, 27 May· 30 minIn San Francisco, a man wandering aimlessly around the airport after his flight arrives is questioned about his luggage. And, in Boston, a couple returning from vacation don't want to make a spectacle of themselves.
Cast
Jeff Cole
Narrator