U.S. Coast Guard officials in California say six people are suspected in a deadly human smuggling incident that occurred on the Golden State's southwest border last week.
The incident involved more than 60 people and occurred between Dec. 23 and 29, according to the USCG.
Statement posted on Branch X account He said many lives were lost in the incident, but gave no further details.
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U.S. Coast Guard officials in California say six people are suspected of being involved in a fatal human smuggling incident on the state's southwest border over the past week. (Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images)
“Tragically, this attempt cost many lives. Going out to sea in cold, unforgiving waters in an unseaworthy vessel with an unauthorized captain is life-threatening.” It is written in
On December 11, the USCG issued a similar statement, saying there were 14 suspects in a human smuggling case involving 73 people over a seven-day period.
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Coast Guard Sikorsky MH-60T Jayhawk helicopter. (AaronP/Bauer-Griffin/GC image)
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They cited a possible complication that could lead to hypothermia within 30 minutes if the water temperature drops below 60 degrees.
“Attempted smuggling puts lives at extreme risk,” the USCG said.
