Coast Guard and CBP intercepted a smuggling vessel with 21 undocumented immigrants; one passenger died after medical evacuation.
WHO:U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Air and Marine Operations, Marine Interdiction agents; 21 undocumented immigrants; a 56-year-old passenger
WHAT:Interception of a suspected smuggling vessel; medical emergency involving an unresponsive passenger
WHEN:Jul 31, 2026 at 1:27 AM ET
WHERE:San Clemente Island
WHY:A good Samaritan reported a suspected smuggling boat, prompting authorities to respond and intercept the vessel.
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