A traveler arriving from Egypt at Dulles Airport got into serious trouble after kicking a CBP beagle named Freddy who caught him smuggling over 100 pounds of prohibited food. The incident led to the traveler's deportation—not just for the illegal goods, but for assaulting the dog in the process.

Editor’s Note: This story highlights the serious consequences of violating agricultural import laws—and, frankly, messing with a working dog. Smuggling banned food can introduce pests or diseases, but attacking an animal trained to protect public safety? That’s a quick way to escalate an already bad situation. It’s a reminder that border rules exist for a reason, and even seemingly minor infractions can spiral.