JUNO BEACH, Florida – U.S. Border Patrol agents and local law enforcement are on scene near the Juno Beach pier where officials say a maritime smuggling event occurred.
Agents arrested nine illegal aliens from Haiti and will seize the vessel involved, according to Jeffrey Dinise, Chief Patrol Agent of the U.S. Border Patrol – Miami Sector.
This is the second time law enforcement agencies have interrupted smugglers in South Florida.
Last Tuesday, Coral Gables Police detained two smugglers after intercepting two vans that were transporting 26 Chinese migrants.
Also last week, the U.S. Coast Guard announced immediate action in response to executive orders by President Trump, deploying boats, aircraft, and specialized forces around Florida to deter illegal immigration.