The tragic incident highlights the dangers of human smuggling attempts, particularly in treacherous waters, and emphasizes the ongoing challenges faced by families seeking a better life.
"After pulling him over for speeding, cops found eight passengers in the car but no luggage - despite the group having been on the road for three days from Texas."
The drowning deaths of these children are a heartbreaking reminder of how little human traffickers care about the costs of their deadly business," U.S. Atty. Adam Gordon said in a statement. "We are committed to seeking justice for these vulnerable victims, and to holding accountable any traffickers responsible for their deaths.