A DPS Trooper stopped a human smuggler and the driver attempted to evade on foot

A DPS Trooper stopped a human smuggler in Hidalgo County after a traffic stop. The driver, from Donna, bailed out and attempted to evade on foot.

The Trooper pursued and eventually stopped him.

The driver stated he was being paid $50 per person to smuggle three illegal immigrants into the United States from Mexico.

All three were apprehended and referred to Border Patrol. The driver was charged with smuggling of persons and evading arrest.