A human smuggling operation is under scrutiny in federal court. The case involves the deaths of seven people. Authorities have charged multiple individuals in connection with this incident.

The alleged smuggling network used trains to transport migrants. Payments ranging from $1,500 to $10,000 were made by or on behalf of each migrant. S.

Department of Justice, which is handling the prosecution. The investigation has led to an indictment, with the case now proceeding in federal court.