Two Marines assisting in the Trump administration's border crackdown were killed in a vehicle accident in Santa Teresa, New Mexico. Their jeep rolled into a 10-foot ditch while attempting to pass another vehicle. Sources indicate the area is notoriously treacherous, known for its proximity to hiding spots for smugglers. A Border Patrol agent responded to the scene, suffering severe trauma from the incident. While the identities of the victims have not been released, the incident underscores ongoing military involvement in border security efforts amid rising concerns about illegal immigration.
The Marines were driving along a two-lane highway when they tried to pass another vehicle and tumbled into a ditch known as Snake Canyon.
A Border Patrol agent who tried to save the service members was covered head to toe in blood after responding to the gruesome scene.
The US Northern Command has yet to release the names of the victims as it notifies family and probes the accident.
The Trump administration has deployed thousands of additional troops to the southern border to stop the flow of illegal migrants and illicit drugs.
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