In a daring rescue mission, Federal agents from the National Migration Institute (INM) of the Ministry of the Interior saved a migrant family from Angola who were at risk of drowning in the Tijuana River. The rescue took place during the early hours of March 15 when Immigration personnel were patrolling the river's perimeter.
As they were going about their routine duties, they heard loud screams coming from the shore of the river. Upon investigation, they found a family of three clinging onto each other for dear life in the water. It was a father, mother, and their young son, who were struggling to stay afloat in the rising water levels.
Without hesitation, the Federal Migration Agents (AFM) used ropes to rescue the family one by one. The youngest member of the family, the 9-year-old boy, was rescued first, followed by his mother and father, who followed the instructions given to them by the rescuers.
After the successful rescue, the family's health status was verified and found to be stable. They were then placed in the custody of the System for the Comprehensive Development of the Family (DIF), which provided them with the necessary assistance.
The INM has since issued a warning to all migrants not to put minors at risk by crossing the channels of the Tijuana River or the Rio Bravo, especially during the rainy season when water levels and the force of the current are at their peak.
This incident highlights the need for caution and care when attempting to cross water bodies, especially for migrants who may not be familiar with the terrain and weather conditions. The quick and efficient action of the Federal agents saved the lives of this migrant family, and it is a testament to their dedication and commitment to their duty.
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