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Terrell County deputies recover remains of suspected border crosser after aerial search
By KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 12, 2026
· 1 min read
TERRELL COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Terrell County Sheriff’s Office has recovered remains of someone who they believed to have crossed the border illegally. According to the sheriff’s office, they were first notified on Friday of a possible deceased person in the area and conducted a ground search...
Key takeaway On Saturday, the sheriff’s office and CBP Air and Marine Operations located the deceased from the air about one mile away from the original reported coordinates.
Why this matters in The Midland
The recovery of remains in Terrell County is a somber reminder of the risks faced by those attempting to cross the border in the Permian Basin area. This incident is not an isolated one, as the region's harsh terrain and extreme temperatures have claimed numerous lives in recent years. The collaboration between the Terrell County Sheriff's Office and CBP Air and Marine Operations in locating the deceased highlights the importance of interagency cooperation in addressing the complex issues surrounding border crossings. As the Mexican Consulate has been notified, the incident also underscores the need for continued communication and coordination with international partners to address the humanitarian aspects of these cases. The condolences extended by the Terrell County Sheriff's Office to the family and loved ones of the deceased are a testament to the office's commitment to treating these incidents with dignity and respect.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? TERRELL COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Terrell County Sheriff’s Office has recovered remains of someone who they believed to have crossed the border illegally. According to the sheriff’s office, they were first notified on Friday of a possible deceased person in the area and conducted a ground search...
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