On January 12, 2025, three men were arrested in Coral Gables after federal investigators discovered 23 migrants crammed into a rented U-Haul van. The incident began when a bystander noticed suspicious activity involving a Toyota Corolla, prompting police intervention. The migrants, who were from countries including China and Ecuador, had no documentation to enter the U.S. and were transported illegally. Authorities learned that the group arrived in South Florida by boat from the Bahamas, emphasizing the dangerous and desperate measures taken by those seeking refuge.
Jose Luis Villares, a Cuban citizen, agreed to transport over 20 migrants for $5000, leading to his arrest and the arrest of two accomplices.
A concerned bystander witnessed suspicious behavior and notified police, prompting a traffic stop that revealed over 20 migrants hidden in a U-Haul.
Authorities found 23 migrants crammed without ventilation or seats in the cargo area of the U-Haul, highlighting their perilous situation.
The migrants, lacking documentation, had arrived from the Bahamas by boat, indicating their transportation was illegal.
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