Human smuggling conviction upheld in death of Indian family at Manitoba-U.S. border

A U.S. appeals court has confirmed the conviction and sentence for Harshkumar Patel, who was found guilty of human smuggling resulting in the tragic death of a family of four from India who froze to death in 2022 while trying to cross the Manitoba-U.S. border. This case highlights the severe consequences of human trafficking and the urgent need for stricter border enforcement and support for vulnerable migrants. The ruling underscores the importance of holding smugglers accountable to prevent future tragedies.