WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release:

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CBP apprehends 17 Illegal aliens on coastal waters near San Clemente Island

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SAN DIEGOMarine Interdiction Agents with Air and Marine Operations intercepted a maritime smuggling attempt early Wednesday morning near San Clemente Island after it was detected by U.S. Navy sailors on board USS Sampson (DDG 102).