3 Women Die After Crossing Mexico Border, Getting Lost in Mountains: Officials

3 Women Die After Crossing Mexico Border, Getting Lost in Mountains: Officials
The U.S.-Mexico border fence near San Diego, Calif., on Oct. 3, 2013. John Moore/Getty Images
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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Three women died after illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border near San Diego, California, before getting lost in the Laguna Mountains, according to Border Patrol officials.

The three were part of a group of five unauthorized immigrants who traveled over the border on Monday night, said Chief Patrol Agent Aaron Heitke in a statement.

Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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