British Woman Busted at Los Angeles Airport With Meth-Soaked T-Shirts: Police

Woman Allegedly Attempted to Smuggle Methamphetamine

A 62-year-old British woman was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2023, after attempting to smuggle methamphetamine into the United States, according to police.

The woman, identified as Sharon Evans, was taken into custody by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers after they discovered approximately 2.5 kilograms (5.5 pounds) of methamphetamine concealed within the lining of several T-shirts in her luggage.

Evans Faces Drug Trafficking Charges

Evans has been charged with possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, which is a federal crime punishable by up to 20 years in prison.

She is scheduled to appear in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles on Thursday, Sept. 15, 2023, for a detention hearing.

Methamphetamine a Dangerous Drug

Methamphetamine is a highly addictive stimulant that can have serious health consequences, including heart problems, strokes, and psychosis.

The drug is often smuggled into the United States from Mexico and is a major concern for law enforcement agencies.

CBP Officers on Alert for Drug Smuggling

CBP officers are constantly on the lookout for drug smuggling attempts at ports of entry across the United States.

In fiscal year 2022, CBP officers seized more than 14,000 pounds of methamphetamine at LAX.