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U.S. Border Patrol Discovers Underground Smuggling Tunnel Used for Human Trafficking and Drugs Between El Paso and Ciudad Juarez
Jan 11, 2025, 03:06 AM
U.S. Border Patrol agents have uncovered a well-constructed underground smuggling tunnel that connects El Paso, Texas, to Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. This discovery is part of a joint operation between U.S. and Mexican authorities, which is investigating the tunnel suspected of being used for human trafficking and the illegal movement of drugs and goods. The tunnel was located near Gate 28 of the border wall and runs beneath the Rio Bravo. The investigation highlights ongoing challenges in managing border security and combating smuggling activities.
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