Border residents are often the victims of the Border Patrol, an out-of-control agency with extraordinary powers whose officers can racially profile residents, stop and detain. Since 2010, almost 70 people have been abused or have died as a result of an encounter with border agents. SBCC has tracked these cases based on media coverage of these incidents.

DEATHS BY BORDER PATROL

Border Patrol’s lack of accountability and oversight paired with its culture of violence has resulted in the the loss of lives of both migrants and American citizens. Since January 2010, over 100 people have died as the result of an encounter with U.S. border agents. SBCC has tracked these deaths based on media coverage of these incidents. 

CROSS-BORDER SHOOTINGS BY BORDER PATROL

Border Patrol has adopted a culture that values military-style policing over de-escalation tactics and the preservation of human life. Since 2010, at least 6 people have been victims of border agent’s excessive use of force through cross-border shootings. SBCC has tracked these deaths based on media coverage of these incidents.

KEY CASES

Border Patrol’s vague use of force policies have led to a culture of impunity. While many victims of Border Patrol abuse never receive justice, SBCC has identified three key cases that set precedent. Check out these cases.