A recent human smuggling case has shed light on new trends in the area. The Texas Department of Public Safety reports that dashcam video captured a migrant locked inside a car's trunk area on August 29. Human smuggling cases are on the rise, with teenagers becoming involved.

Officials warn that these cases can turn deadly, especially with high temperatures. The agency notes that smugglers are evolving their operations, using technology to carry out crimes. For more information on this case and the trends in human smuggling, further details are available from the Texas Department of Public Safety.