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Rio Bravo man charged with human smuggling after I-35 pursuit
By Kobe Arriaga at KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· June 28, 2026
· 1 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A Rio Bravo man is facing human smuggling and evading arrest charges after a chase on Interstate 35 on Friday, June 26, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.Border Patrol contacted DPS just after 5 p.m. Friday for help with a suspected human-smuggling pickup ne...
Key takeaway (KGNS) - A Rio Bravo man is facing human smuggling and evading arrest charges after a chase on Interstate 35 on Friday, June 26, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Why this matters in The Laredo
The incident on Interstate 35 is a stark reminder of the human smuggling activity that persists in the Laredo area. The fact that Border Patrol was able to identify a suspected human-smuggling pickup and request assistance from the Texas Department of Public Safety suggests a level of coordination and vigilance between law enforcement agencies. However, the ease with which the silver pickup was able to evade initial capture, only to be stopped after a crash, raises concerns about the safety of both migrants and law enforcement officers. The charges against Christian Reyna, including an active warrant from Atascosa County, also highlight the potential for smugglers to have a history of evading law enforcement. As the case against Reyna moves forward, it will be worth watching how local authorities balance the need to prosecute human smugglers with the need to protect the rights and safety of migrants who are often victims of exploitation.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
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What is this story about? LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A Rio Bravo man is facing human smuggling and evading arrest charges after a chase on Interstate 35 on Friday, June 26, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.Border Patrol contacted DPS just after 5 p.m. Friday for help with a suspected human-smuggling pickup ne...
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