Mexican Coyotes Abandon 48 Migrants in Winter Storm near Border, 2 Dead 3 Jan 2021 Mexican cartel-connected human smugglers abandoned several groups of migrants in freezing conditions near the Texas border with Mexico. Agents rescued 48 migrants and found two others who died after being abandoned in the snow, high winds, and freezing temperatures. Big Bend Sector Border Patrol agents conducted multiple search and rescue operations in a 48-hour period beginning on December 30. The rescue operations took place during winter storm conditions that dropped upward of 24 inches of snow in some areas, according to information obtained from Big Bend Sector Border Patrol officials. #BBT a severe winter storm in West Texas resulted in several humanitarian rescues across the region. Multiple deceased found by U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Sector agents. Smugglers continue to put lives at risk for profit. Investigation continues. More: https://t.co/QyaJthT5Sn