An Indian migrant testified that he smuggled over 500 Indian nationals across the U.S.-Canada border, leading to the deaths of four migrants in 2022. Despite his involvement in the smuggling operation and making over $400,000, he will be allowed to stay and work in the U.S. in exchange for his testimony against the alleged leaders of the network.
Key Points
Rajinder Singh smuggled over 500 Indian migrants across the U.S.-Canada border.
Singh received over $400,000 for his role in the smuggling operation.
Despite being involved in the illegal activity, Singh will be allowed to stay and work in the U.S. in exchange for his testimony.
Four Indian migrants died due to the change in smuggling plans in 2021.
Singh's testimony was crucial in identifying the alleged leaders of the network.
Pros
The testimony may help in prosecuting the alleged leaders of the human smuggling network.
Cons
The smuggling operation led to the deaths of four Indian migrants in January 2022.