Man arrested for human smuggling in Splendora

A man who was pulled over on the highway has been arrested and charged with human smuggling in Splendora.

An officer with Splendora Police Department pulled a vehicle over for speeding on Highway 59 and FM-2090. When the vehicle was stopped, the officer noticed multiple people who were not properly restrained in the vehicle, which promoted further investigation.

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After further inspection, the driver was arrested and charged with human smuggling.

Arrest records confirmed that the driver was 26-year-old Isaac Mario Lacayo Bermudez.

Officers on scene contacted U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to provide further action on the situation.