Truck flees from Border Patrol stop, ends up in Rio Grande

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A vehicle fled from Border Patrol agents after they attempted a traffic stop near the Rio Grande.

Laredo North agents observed multiple individuals illegally crossing the river and getting into a truck. As agents approached and attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver sped off, leading to a pursuit.

The chase ended when the driver drove the truck into the Rio Grande. Thirteen individuals exited the vehicle and swam back to Mexico.

The case remains under investigation.

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