YUMA, AZ — U.S. Border Patrol agents discovered a man in the trunk of a vehicle during a traffic stop on [date], prompting a human smuggling charge against the driver.
The incident occurred around [time] when agents pulled over a vehicle on [specify roadway]. According to the authorities, the driver, a U.S. citizen, initially claimed no one was inside the trunk. Upon inspection, agents found the man without water or ventilation, enduring severe heat conditions.
Emergency responders from Yuma Fire Department noted that trunk temperatures can reach approximately 150 degrees Fahrenheit during desert summer months. The driver is now facing charges related to human smuggling, and an investigation is ongoing. No injuries were reported.