EAGLE PASS, Texas — A migrant child was critically injured on Sunday morning after a group of 220 migrants forced their way through razor wire barriers along the Texas border. The child was airlifted to a hospital in San Antonio, more than 150 miles away, highlighting the growing desperation among migrants attempting to enter the United States in the wake of the recent presidential election.
Texas Border Patrol agents and National Guard soldiers responded to the incident as migrant groups, increasingly aware that border policies may soon tighten, rushed to cross the Rio Grande. The injured child, whose age, nationality, and identity remain undisclosed, was part of a large group that breached the concertina wire erected by the State of Texas to deter illegal crossings.
According to a report reviewed by Breitbart Texas, the group arrived near the Eagle Pass crossing site at approximately 9:00 a.m. Despite efforts by the Texas Army National Guard to repel them using pepper ball munitions, the group pushed through, culminating in an hour-long standoff.
At 10:30 a.m., Border Patrol received notification that a child had sustained severe injuries while attempting to cross the razor wire barrier. Emergency responders determined the injuries were critical enough to warrant a life flight to a medical facility in San Antonio. The child was accompanied by their mother during transport and subsequent medical treatment.
Photos captured by Breitbart Texas show large groups of migrants crossing the Rio Grande on Sunday. Images from the ground and drone footage illustrate the chaotic scene as Border Patrol agents apprehended the migrants and prepared buses to transport them. These large-scale crossings come amid heightened tensions and increased enforcement measures in the region.
Lieutenant Chris Olivarez, a spokesperson for the Texas Department of Public Safety, expressed frustration over the lack of regard shown by some migrant parents for their children’s safety.
“We have prosecuted several cases of child endangerment involving parents who push their children into the dangerous Rio Grande and attempt to cross barriers the state has installed,” Olivarez stated. “Despite our best efforts, some parents are willing to put their children’s lives in great peril to get across the border.”
The recent uptick in large migrant groups breaching border barriers reflects mounting anxiety over shifting U.S. immigration policies. Following the presidential election, migrants are reportedly rushing to cross the border, fearing stricter enforcement under the incoming administration.
Texas has deployed additional resources, including razor wire barriers and National Guard personnel, to stem the influx. While these measures have deterred some crossings, the persistence of large groups underscores the complexity and human cost of the crisis.
The use of razor wire as a deterrent has sparked heated debate. Supporters argue it is a necessary measure to prevent illegal crossings, while critics highlight the potential harm to migrants, especially children. Sunday’s incident brings renewed scrutiny to these barriers and their unintended consequences.
Advocates for migrants have called for humane solutions to address the root causes of migration, including poverty, violence, and political instability in migrants’ home countries. Meanwhile, state and federal authorities continue to grapple with how best to secure the border while balancing humanitarian concerns.
The Rio Grande Valley and Eagle Pass regions have become hotspots for border activity, with thousands of migrants crossing each month. The scale and intensity of recent crossings highlight the strain on local, state, and federal resources.
Governor Greg Abbott has emphasized the state’s commitment to securing the border, deploying additional National Guard troops and implementing Operation Lone Star to address the crisis. Critics, however, argue that these measures fail to address systemic issues driving migration and disproportionately endanger vulnerable populations.
As border security efforts intensify, incidents like Sunday’s razor wire injury underscore the urgent need for comprehensive immigration reform. The Biden administration’s approach to managing the border has faced criticism from both sides of the aisle, with Republicans advocating stricter enforcement and Democrats pushing for more humane policies.
With the U.S.-Mexico border remaining a focal point of political and humanitarian debate, the fate of migrants and the strategies used to address the crisis will undoubtedly continue to shape national discourse. The injured child’s story serves as a stark reminder of the human toll at the heart of the border crisis.
They all need to be confined to a secure/no escape tent city and immediately deported. Other countries problems are not our problem. We have millions of American citizens in poverty, homeless, and subject to criminal activities; especially from the illegal aliens. Deport them now!