Mississippi driver arrested in Texas after 17 illegals found hidden inside truck

A Mississippi driver has been arrested in Texas on charges of human smuggling after authorities discovered 17 illegal immigrants hidden inside a truck.

The arrest was announced on Thursday by Lt. Chris Olivarez of the Texas Department of Public Safety, who shared the details on social media. The driver was reportedly found operating a “cloned” Lowe’s work truck in Kinney County, a tactic often used to avoid detection.

According to Lt. Olivarez, the 17 immigrants, consisting of 13 men and 4 women, were concealed in a hidden compartment within the truck. Authorities reported that several of the individuals were suffering from severe dehydration and numbness in their legs due to being crammed into a space only three feet wide. The individuals were drenched in sweat and in need of medical treatment, which was promptly provided.

The driver, whose name has not been released, is facing charges of human smuggling causing serious bodily injury. The investigation is ongoing.