Border
Patrol Identifies Rise in People Being Smuggled in Vehicle Trunks
Tucson, Ariz. – Tucson Sector Border
Patrol agents have seen an increase during the past few weeks in the number of
incidents involving smugglers concealing illegal aliens in vehicle trunks. It’s
dangerous and has proven fatal in some cases.
“Trunk smuggling” is an age-old method
of concealing contraband – or people – in a vehicle’s trunk in hopes the crime
will go undetected by law enforcement. Our experienced agents have engaged in
targeted enforcement operations which resulted in the rescue of 25 illegal
aliens locked in vehicle trunks throughout the state last month.
Trunk smuggling illustrates the
disregard smugglers have for human life. Often, illegal immigrants learn this
the hard way after they agree to be smuggled into the United States. Entering
the country illegally is inherently dangerous; even more so when individuals
partner with profit-focused smugglers.
“The Border Patrol recognizes the
dangers associated with human smuggling,” said Manuel Padilla, Jr., Deputy
Chief Patrol Agent Tucson Sector Border Patrol. “We stand ready with our
partners to identify, target and dismantle these criminal organizations that
pose a risk to citizens on both sides of the border.”
CBP welcomes assistance from the
community. Citizens can report suspicious activity to the Border Patrol and
remain anonymous by calling (877) 872-7435 toll free.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is
the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged
with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and
between the official ports of entry. CBP is charged with keeping terrorists and
terrorist weapons out of the country while enforcing hundreds of U.S. laws.
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