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Mexican Nationals Activate Rescue Beacon

Release Date
Tue, 06/30/2015

YUMA, Ariz. – Wellton Station Border Patrol agents helped four undocumented Mexican nationals who activated a rescue beacon in the Cabeza Prieta Wildlife Refuge on June 26.

When agents arrived at their location, all subjects were assessed and were determined to be in good health. Agents then transported the subjects to the station for processing.

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Last Modified: Feb 03, 2021