3 Mexicans arrested for allegedly crossing into Michigan from Canada illegally, police say

Photos supplied by the Port Huron Police Department showing people in a raft near the mouth of the Black River on Sept. 23, 2024. (Port Huron Police Department - image credit)
Photos supplied by the Port Huron Police Department showing people in a raft near the mouth of the Black River on Sept. 23, 2024. (Port Huron Police Department - image credit)

Police in Port Huron, Mich., say they arrested three men who allege illegally entered the U.S., across the St. Clair River from Canada in a raft.

According to authorities, they were spotted near the mouth of the Black River on Monday.

Investigators determined the trio were Mexican citizens.

When officers responded, police say they saw the accused carrying duffel bags and running northbound on Michigan Street near Grand River Avenue.

Authorities show the raft they allege was used by three Mexicans trying to get into Michigan illegally on Sept. 23, 2024.
Authorities show the raft they allege was used by three Mexicans trying to get into Michigan illegally on Sept. 23, 2024.

Authorities show the raft they allege was used by three Mexicans trying to get into Michigan illegally on Sept. 23, 2024. (Port Huron Police Department)

All three were arrested, detained and turned over to the U.S. border patrol.

"We urge residents to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity to the Port Huron Police Department immediately," the police service stated in a news release.