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Security protocols were strict; team members carried SOS devices, and the presence of private security was reassuring amid such chaos. Their purpose was not only to record but also to ensure their safety, aware of the high likelihood of encountering cartel-controlled territories rife with drug trafficking, kidnapping, and violent crime.

Interacting With Migrants and Navigating Borders

Interactions with migrants revealed the complexity of their motivations and backgrounds. A family from China, including parents and their children, initially appeared cautious but became trusting after small gestures of kindness—such as sharing food. These migrants, despite the hardships, showed kindness and resilience, often expressing gratitude for even minor acts of generosity from outsiders.