Migrant Encounters at the Southwest Border
The Tucson Sector has reclaimed the number-one spot for migrant encounters along the southwest border with Mexico, with approximately 7,400 apprehensions of migrants illegally crossing the border. San Diego Sector fell to second place with over 6,000 apprehensions. Border Patrol officials are reporting a marked decrease in migrant apprehensions along the entire southwest border.
Key Points
- Tucson Sector leads in migrant encounters with 7,400 apprehensions
- San Diego Sector falls to second place with over 6,000 apprehensions
- Border Patrol reports decrease in migrant apprehensions across the southwest border