Group Suspected of Illegal Border Crossing at San Ysidro

Video shows people running through traffic lanes to enter U.S.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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A group of people were caught on video running through the southbound lanes of Interstate 5 near the San Ysidro Port of Entry in an apparent attempt to illegally cross the border into the United States on Thursday night. U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers took 13 people into custody and transported them to the port of entry for processing, while several others managed to run back into Mexico.

Why it matters

The San Ysidro Port of Entry is the busiest land border crossing between the U.S. and Mexico, with thousands of people crossing legally each day. Incidents of people attempting to illegally cross the border in this area raise concerns about border security and the ongoing challenges faced by immigration authorities.

The details

According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the group of people ran through the traffic lanes around 8 p.m. on Thursday night in an apparent attempt to enter the U.S. illegally. Officers were able to apprehend 13 individuals and transport them to the port of entry for processing, but several others managed to run back across the border into Mexico.

  • The incident occurred around 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 29, 2026.

The players

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

The federal agency responsible for border security and immigration enforcement.

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The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by border authorities in securing the U.S.-Mexico border, particularly at major crossing points like the San Ysidro Port of Entry. It underscores the need for continued vigilance and coordination between law enforcement agencies to prevent illegal border crossings and maintain the integrity of the nation's borders.