Driver Arrested for Port of Entry Bypass, 33 Cows Left Stranded in Wyoming

Key Details A cattle hauler was arrested in Laramie County, Wyoming on March 26 after failing to stop at the US-85 Port of Entry. During the traffic stop, deputies discovered the driver was operating on a suspended license and held him on an immigration detainer. Why It Matters The arrest left 33 Jersey milk cows stranded in the livestock trailer with no driver to complete the haul. The situation created an urgent problem that required immediate intervention to prevent animal welfare issues. The Resolution Paul Heath Trucking, LLC stepped in and coordinated to safely transport the cattle to their final destination. Professional drivers from the company helped resolve what could have been a crisis for the livestock. Enforcement Context Laramie County Sheriff's Office deputies are now authorized to enforce immigration law under a Title 8 agreement with ICE. The agency recently conducted a three-day operation called 'Truck Around And Find Out' targeting commercial vehicles that bypass ports of entry, partnering with federal immigration enforcement to increase compliance and security measures.