
Borderland: Narcosis with Vincent 'Rocco' Vargas The Smuggling Hot Zone of Tombstone, Arizona
Aug 5, 2024
In this episode, Jim Adams, the marshal of the historic Tombstone, Arizona, shares gripping insights into the town's role as a hotspot for smuggling. He discusses the alarming rise in juvenile participation in drug trafficking, often lured in by cartels through social media. Jim also highlights the unexpected encounters of Uber Eats drivers transporting migrants, blending humor with the harsh realities of border dynamics. The conversation delves into the increasing humanitarian crises tied to cartel activities and the challenges faced by local law enforcement.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Tombstone: A Hub of Smuggling and Human Trafficking
02:59 • 4min
Alarming Border Security Statistics and New Media Partnerships
07:08 • 3min
Juvenile Smuggling: A Growing Concern
10:14 • 6min
Unexpected Transport: Uber Eats and Migrant Encounters
16:21 • 2min
Cartels and the Human Toll
18:33 • 15min
