Albanian national charged with conspiring to smuggle illegal aliens into the United StatesFatjon Shytani was indicted for smuggling illegal aliens from Canada into the U.S., emphasizing the threat to border security.
Two jailed for smuggling migrants in tyre-filled vanTwo men were jailed for smuggling migrants in a van with hidden compartments, highlighting the risks and exploitation in human trafficking.The migrants were found in dangerous conditions, emphasizing the severity of human smuggling operations.
As border anxiety mounts, ads for smugglers in Canada helping migrants illegally cross into U.S. flourish on social mediaSocial media is being utilized by smugglers to promote illegal border crossings between Canada and the USA, posing risks to migrants.
Sheriff in remote stretch of Texas border reports migrant crossings pick up as smugglers get desperate under TrumpIllegal border crossings have significantly decreased under Trump, but smugglers adapt by seeking remote areas to continue their trade.Increased migrant crossings in remote Texas due to difficulty in patrol and dangerous conditions.
Yvette Cooper to chair summit on tackling Channel smuggling gangsThe UK is intensifying efforts to combat criminal gangs smuggling people across the Channel, with a summit led by Yvette Cooper.
France: 4 migrants drown in English Channel DW 07/12/2024Migrants drowned in Channel during crossing attempt highlight dangers of precarious sea journeys to reach Britain
Albanian national charged with conspiring to smuggle illegal aliens into the United StatesFatjon Shytani was indicted for smuggling illegal aliens from Canada into the U.S., emphasizing the threat to border security.
Two jailed for smuggling migrants in tyre-filled vanTwo men were jailed for smuggling migrants in a van with hidden compartments, highlighting the risks and exploitation in human trafficking.The migrants were found in dangerous conditions, emphasizing the severity of human smuggling operations.
As border anxiety mounts, ads for smugglers in Canada helping migrants illegally cross into U.S. flourish on social mediaSocial media is being utilized by smugglers to promote illegal border crossings between Canada and the USA, posing risks to migrants.
Sheriff in remote stretch of Texas border reports migrant crossings pick up as smugglers get desperate under TrumpIllegal border crossings have significantly decreased under Trump, but smugglers adapt by seeking remote areas to continue their trade.Increased migrant crossings in remote Texas due to difficulty in patrol and dangerous conditions.
Yvette Cooper to chair summit on tackling Channel smuggling gangsThe UK is intensifying efforts to combat criminal gangs smuggling people across the Channel, with a summit led by Yvette Cooper.
France: 4 migrants drown in English Channel DW 07/12/2024Migrants drowned in Channel during crossing attempt highlight dangers of precarious sea journeys to reach Britain
How one of Florida's richest cities became a hotspot for smuggling Chinese migrants into the USIncreased Chinese migration to Coral Gables, Florida, raises concerns about human smuggling networks.
Fleeing Xi's China: following the trail of migrants trying to reach Australia through IndonesiaA growing number of Chinese citizens are fleeing authoritarianism and economic struggles by seeking escape routes through Indonesia.
Record number of migrants cross Channel in 2025 so farRecord number of migrants crossing the English Channel in 2025, surpassing 2024 figures.
How one of Florida's richest cities became a hotspot for smuggling Chinese migrants into the USIncreased Chinese migration to Coral Gables, Florida, raises concerns about human smuggling networks.
Fleeing Xi's China: following the trail of migrants trying to reach Australia through IndonesiaA growing number of Chinese citizens are fleeing authoritarianism and economic struggles by seeking escape routes through Indonesia.
Record number of migrants cross Channel in 2025 so farRecord number of migrants crossing the English Channel in 2025, surpassing 2024 figures.
FEMA Wants the Names and Addresses of Migrants That Texas Nonprofits HelpedFederal agencies are scrutinizing organizations assisting immigrants to ensure they comply with immigration laws.
Feds charge 'El Jefe,' alleged boss of vast human smuggling network behind deadly crashTwo leaders of a criminal organization charged with smuggling 20,000 undocumented immigrants from Guatemala to the U.S.Concerns arise over potential ICE raids following arrests as federal authorities dismantle a major human smuggling network.
Cuban woman sentenced in Miami for role in smuggling operation that left 16 deadA Cuban woman received a 7.5-year prison sentence for her role in a smuggling operation that resulted in 16 drownings, including children.
FEMA Wants the Names and Addresses of Migrants That Texas Nonprofits HelpedFederal agencies are scrutinizing organizations assisting immigrants to ensure they comply with immigration laws.
Feds charge 'El Jefe,' alleged boss of vast human smuggling network behind deadly crashTwo leaders of a criminal organization charged with smuggling 20,000 undocumented immigrants from Guatemala to the U.S.Concerns arise over potential ICE raids following arrests as federal authorities dismantle a major human smuggling network.
Cuban woman sentenced in Miami for role in smuggling operation that left 16 deadA Cuban woman received a 7.5-year prison sentence for her role in a smuggling operation that resulted in 16 drownings, including children.
Guilty verdicts in first trial of smugglers charged in 53 migrants' deathsTwo Mexican nationals were found guilty of conspiracy in the tragic deaths of 53 migrants in June 2022.
Cuban smuggler promised $5K, then caught with over 20 Chinese migrants in Miami: fedsThree men were arrested in Coral Gables after transporting over 20 migrants in a U-Haul van.
Guilty verdicts in first trial of smugglers charged in 53 migrants' deathsTwo Mexican nationals were found guilty of conspiracy in the tragic deaths of 53 migrants in June 2022.
Cuban smuggler promised $5K, then caught with over 20 Chinese migrants in Miami: fedsThree men were arrested in Coral Gables after transporting over 20 migrants in a U-Haul van.
4 charged for allegedly leading human smuggling ring that brought 20,000 people into United StatesFour men face federal charges for leading a massive human smuggling operation from Guatemala to the U.S., risking lives for profit.
Two leaders of group suspected of smuggling 20,000 immigrants arrested in LATwo leaders of a migrant smuggling operation were arrested in LA, accused of transporting 20,000 people illegally into the US over five years.
2 leaders of group suspected of smuggling 20,000 immigrants are arrested in Los AngelesTwo alleged leaders of a smuggling ring arrested for transporting 20,000 people from Guatemala to the U.S., charging up to $18,000 each.
Guatemala Arrests Seven Over 2022 Deaths of 53 Migrants in TexasSeven arrests made in a June 2022 human smuggling case leading to the deaths of 53 migrants, including children.
6 charged with human smuggling in deadly 2021 Mexico truck crashSix Guatemalans were arrested on human smuggling charges linked to a deadly 2021 truck crash in Mexico.
Arrests Made in 2021 Crash That Killed Over 50 MigrantsSix arrests made in human smuggling case linked to deadly 2021 migrant truck accident in Mexico, highlighting a significant crackdown on smuggling operations.
4 charged for allegedly leading human smuggling ring that brought 20,000 people into United StatesFour men face federal charges for leading a massive human smuggling operation from Guatemala to the U.S., risking lives for profit.
Two leaders of group suspected of smuggling 20,000 immigrants arrested in LATwo leaders of a migrant smuggling operation were arrested in LA, accused of transporting 20,000 people illegally into the US over five years.
2 leaders of group suspected of smuggling 20,000 immigrants are arrested in Los AngelesTwo alleged leaders of a smuggling ring arrested for transporting 20,000 people from Guatemala to the U.S., charging up to $18,000 each.
Guatemala Arrests Seven Over 2022 Deaths of 53 Migrants in TexasSeven arrests made in a June 2022 human smuggling case leading to the deaths of 53 migrants, including children.
6 charged with human smuggling in deadly 2021 Mexico truck crashSix Guatemalans were arrested on human smuggling charges linked to a deadly 2021 truck crash in Mexico.
Arrests Made in 2021 Crash That Killed Over 50 MigrantsSix arrests made in human smuggling case linked to deadly 2021 migrant truck accident in Mexico, highlighting a significant crackdown on smuggling operations.
23 migrants detained from two smuggling boats of California coastTwo boat-based human smuggling attempts off the California coast resulted in the detention of 23 undocumented migrants by U.S. Border Patrol.
German police conduct raids on alleged people smugglers DW 12/04/2024German police launched significant operations against an Iraqi-Kurdish trafficking network responsible for migrant smuggling from France to the UK.
23 migrants detained from two smuggling boats of California coastTwo boat-based human smuggling attempts off the California coast resulted in the detention of 23 undocumented migrants by U.S. Border Patrol.
German police conduct raids on alleged people smugglers DW 12/04/2024German police launched significant operations against an Iraqi-Kurdish trafficking network responsible for migrant smuggling from France to the UK.
Pakistan sacks, blacklists dozens of officials after Mediterranean deathsPakistan government increases measures against human smuggling networks after tragic boat disasters resulting in the death of several Pakistanis.
Three migrants die attempting English Channel crossingThe ongoing Channel crossings pose severe risks, especially with rising fatalities in colder conditions.
Pakistan sacks, blacklists dozens of officials after Mediterranean deathsPakistan government increases measures against human smuggling networks after tragic boat disasters resulting in the death of several Pakistanis.
Three migrants die attempting English Channel crossingThe ongoing Channel crossings pose severe risks, especially with rising fatalities in colder conditions.
Three migrants die attempting to cross ChannelThe English Channel remains dangerous, with three deaths reported during a crossing attempt amid record crossings and fatalities this year.
Mexico's Gulf Cartel expands into US waters: Human smuggling, drug trafficking and illegal fishingThe Gulf Cartel has turned illegal fishing, particularly of red snapper, into a major revenue source, intertwining it with drug trafficking and human smuggling.
Jury convicts two men for smuggling of family who froze crossing Canadian borderTwo men convicted of human smuggling, linked to an Indian family's death while attempting to cross the border in a blizzard.
Jury selection begins in human smuggling case after deaths of Indian family at Canada-US borderThe trial centers on human smuggling charges linked to the tragic deaths of an Indian family crossing from Canada to the U.S.
Migrants from around the world are trying to reach the U.S. via charter planesHaitians are utilizing charter flights to migrate to the U.S. via Nicaragua, reflecting desperation and a complex web of human smuggling.
US government indicts Guatemalan suspect on smuggling charges over deaths of 53 migrants in trailerHuman smuggling operations resulting in deaths are being actively prosecuted, with international cooperation leading to arrests abroad.