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In Texas, United States, 46 people were found dead from heat in a truck, completely dehydrated. They probably migrated from Mexico.
The United States has been the scene of a terrible tragedy of illegal immigration. In Texas, 46 people were found dead in the trailer of a truck. They probably came from Mexico. An extremely dangerous trip, especially since these used trucks are often not air-conditioned. The bodies found were still burning, there was no trace of water in the vehicle, the fire chief said.
16 other people, 12 adults and four children, were able to be taken care of. “We hope they will all survive. Some people were still conscious, but very weak”, reported the head of the emergency services. The vehicle was found by a man who worked nearby and who heard a call for help, according to the police chief, delivering the first elements of the investigation. Three people have been arrested, but police do not yet know if they are linked to the investigation.
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