San Diego Sector Border Patrol agents displayed an unwavering dedication to the preservation of human life when they made the split-second decision to rescue a six-year-old child who suffered a head injury during an off-road racing accident in Jacume, Mexico.
Responding to a call for assistance, the agents soon found themselves tasked with saving the life of the child who had been struck by a utility terrain vehicle – taking them on a high-stakes, but ultimately life-saving rescue mission. Acting on their commitment to protecting the communities they serve, these brave agents made sure the injured child and his father were transported to the Jacumba Airport – making a potentially life-saving decision in a desperate situation.
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Upon arriving at the airport, another crucial decision was made – one that would perhaps ensure the survival of the young child. A medical helicopter airlifted the wounded child and his father to a San Diego medical facility, where they received further medical care.
Expressing her pride in the work of her agents, Chief Patrol Agent Patricia McGurk-Daniel stated, "I am very proud of the work that our agents do every single day to rapidly respond to emergencies and provide life-saving aid to those in need."
Though BPS is often thought of as an agency for keeping people, crimes, and illicit substances out of the country, these agents successfully carried out a crucial rescue operation despite the crippling challenges posed by the remote location and severity of the child's head injury. In the current fiscal year alone, San Diego Sector Border Patrol agents have responded to more than 4,700 calls for help.
The U.S. Border Patrol's ongoing commitment to maintaining a high level of vigilance on corridors of egress away from the nation's borders plays a crucial role in addressing the challenges posed by the illicit smuggling of humans, drugs, and other contraband – all while staying true to their primary mission of preserving human life and protecting communities.
Community members are urged to report suspicious activities to San Diego Sector at (619) 498-9900.
