TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — At least five migrants were found in a car after it crashed near Benson, according to U.S. Border Patrol Tucson Sector Chief John R. Modlin.
On Tuesday, Oct. 11, a driver tried to escape Border Patrol agents but ended up crashing.
At least five migrants were found, including two in the trunk.
The 18-year-old driver will be facing criminal charges.
Dangerous smuggling attempt foiled by Willcox Station agents Tuesday.
— John R. Modlin (@USBPChiefTCA) October 12, 2022
The U.S. citizen driver attempted to flee from agents near Benson, AZ, and crashed. Five Mexican citizens were inside the vehicle, to include two in the trunk. The 18-year-old smuggler faces #CriminalCharges. pic.twitter.com/HD31SNgLqv
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