Multiple Injured in Crash Involving Smuggling Operation on Highway 59 in Laredo

Multiple Injured in Crash Involving Smuggling Operation on Highway 59 in Laredo

Several People Hospitalized after Laredo Crash on Highway 59

Laredo, Texas (July 11, 2022) – Several people were hospitalized last Friday in a crash involving a smuggling operation in Laredo, authorities said.

The wreck took place on Highway 59 Friday, July 8.

According to the authorities, two vehicles collided on Highway 59. Both vehicles were involved in a human smuggling attempt involving two drivers and 14 undocumented immigrants.

Several people were transported to an area hospital with unspecified injuries.

Further details regarding the collision were immediately provided.

The accident remains under investigation by DPS.

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