Coast Guard Fires on Mexican Border After Gunfight
U.S. Coast Guard exchanges gunfire with shooters near Texas border, raising security concerns.
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The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating a recent incident involving an exchange of gunfire near the U.S.-Mexico border, which occurred on September 26 near Garceno, Texas. The event took place in Starr County, a region along the border where the Coast Guard is actively intercepting migrants crossing the Rio Grande. According to officials, the initial gunshots came from the Mexican side of the border, prompting Coast Guard personnel to return fire.
The U.S. military cited the incident as an example of increased illegal activity, with hundreds of U.S. troops and equipment being repositioned to the Rio Grande Valley. Mexican Army and National Guard forces were also deployed to the border area, with over 500 personnel on the Mexican side. The Coast Guard confirmed the exchange of gunfire, though details about the number of individuals involved or injuries remain unclear.
U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Ronald Johnson noted that the U.S. Embassy is coordinating with Mexican forces deployed to the border area. ‘Mexican military commanders will communicate directly with deployed U.S. forces,’ Johnson said. ‘Together, we intend to patrol both sides of our shared border, protect our communities, and make it more difficult for criminal and terrorist organizations to operate.’
#BREAKING Law enforcement sources confirm that roughly 500 troops are deploying this week to Texas’ Rio Grande Valley —Being dropped onto islands by chinook helicopters.
Johnson emphasized that any threats from criminal or terrorist elements on either side of the border will be swiftly addressed. The incident highlights the growing security challenges along the U.S.-Mexico border, with both nations increasing their military presence in response to ongoing illegal activities. The Coast Guard continues its investigation into the incident, which has raised concerns about the safety of border patrol operations and the potential for further confrontations.
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico is helping coordinate with Mexican forces deploying to the border area where U.S. Coast Guardsmen were fired upon. Mexican military commanders will communicate directly with deployed U.S. forces. Together, we intend to patrol both sides of our shared border, protect our communities, and make it more difficult for criminal and terrorist organizations to operate. Any threats from criminal or terrorist elements on either side of the border will be swiftly addressed. #JuntosLogramosMás
Source: The Gateway Pundit
