Mexican Migrants Arrested in Texas

Quemado, Texas — In a recent incident, three Mexican nationals from Coahuila successfully crossed the Rio Grande and entered Texas near the small border town of Quemado. Their movement triggered a surveillance camera alert, prompting a swift response from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), Texas National Guard, and U.S. Border Patrol agents. The operation is part of Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s ongoing Operation Lone Star, aimed at enhancing border security. Despite the sweltering 98-degree heat, the migrants were observed wearing clothing designed to evade detection by infrared technology used in drones and helicopters. Trooper Gooding, along with other law enforcement personnel, initiated a search along a canal and dirt road leading away from the river, aware that the migrants had a 20-minute head start. The search was further supported by the deployment of two drones to pinpoint the migrants' location and guide ground teams. The coordinated effort resulted in the successful apprehension of the three individuals, who were confirmed to be from Coahuila. Under Texas law, criminal trespass is classified as a Class B misdemeanor, which can lead to fines and potential confinement of up to 180 days in county jail. If convicted, the migrants could face significant penalties, including fines and incarceration for up to one year. The border town of Quemado is strategically located within the Del Rio Border Patrol Sector, situated between Eagle Pass and Del Rio, highlighting the ongoing challenges of illegal crossings in the region.