INTERNATIONAL — May 11, 2026
Six Bodies Found in Train Boxcar in Texas
Six unidentified bodies were found in a Union Pacific train boxcar in Laredo, Texas. Local authorities are investigating the cause of death.
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Six unidentified bodies were discovered inside a train boxcar in Laredo, Texas, situated near the border between the United States and Mexico.
The bodies were found by an employee of the Union Pacific railroad company within a remote train yard. Laredo Police Investigator Joe Baeza confirmed the discovery and stated that the identities of the deceased individuals have not yet been determined.
Investigator Baeza further noted that the cause of death for the six people remains unknown at this time. Local law enforcement authorities are currently conducting an investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and to identify the victims.
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