Unprecedented Number of Apprehensions by the U.S. Border Patrol in Maine
Release Date Thu, 11/20/2025
HOULTON, Maine — The U.S. Border Patrol’s Houlton Sector achieved a historic milestone in fiscal year 2025, surpassing all previous apprehension records. As of October 1, agents apprehended 725 individuals illegally present in the United States, exceeding the prior record of 685 apprehensions set in 2001. These individuals represent a diverse range of origins, with 46 countries recorded.
Despite the increase in apprehensions, the Houlton Sector emphasizes that border security remains strong. The sector has reported an 80% decrease in illegal crossings along the United States-Canada border in Maine and has had no known “gotaways” since January. This success highlights the dedication of Border Patrol agents and the agency’s effectiveness in securing the nation’s borders.
This milestone was achieved through strategic resource allocation to vulnerable areas, improved infrastructure, enhanced enforcement posture, and prioritizing frontline operations that place agents in enforcement roles. The men and women of the U.S. Border Patrol remain steadfast in their commitment to securing the border, equipped with tools and resources that enable them to perform their duties with unprecedented effectiveness.
https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/local-media-release/unprecedented-number-apprehensions-us-border-patrol-maine
