Migrant dies in Rio Bravo, first death of 2026 in Coahuila
Jan 11, 2026 · Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico

A migrant man died while attempting to cross the Rio Bravo into the United States and was found floating in the river in Piedras Negras, Coahuila. Rescue teams and Mexican and U.S. authorities coordinated to recover the body. Authorities are investigating whether the victim is José Antonio Sánchez Ríos, 35, from Guanajuato, who disappeared while crossing the river earlier in the week.
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