At least 80 immigrants found near Phoenix after tip from Mich. (’coyotes’ barricaded in house)

Carolyn Hileman* | April 8, 2007

PHOENIX — Authorities found at least 80 suspected illegal immigrants in a house west of Phoenix and arrested two suspected smugglers, a police official said. Authorities shot tear gas into the house, forcing one of the suspected smugglers out. They found the other suspect hiding in the attic Friday night, said Peoria police spokesman Mike Tellef. He said authorities became aware of the drop house after a Michigan resident called U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, saying one of their relatives had called because the smugglers were demanding more money.

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