More Migrant Deaths Despite Fewer Crossings | Tucson News

Even as border crossings drop, migrant deaths in Arizona’s deadly desert are surging—75 found so far this year, up from 59 last year, with experts fearing totals could eclipse last year’s record. With scorching heat and dangerous monsoons ahead, harsher policies may be forcing migrants onto riskier routes, pushing them toward fatal outcomes. And the real toll? Likely far higher—remains of those who died months or years ago still turn up, painting a grim picture just miles from towns. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d381a067e411d9f6