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Read Replies (1) | Respond to Texas Rancher Killed Near Border In IED Attack By Cartel Terrorist Texas rancher blown up by an improvised explosive device planted by cartel terrorists near the US-Mexico border. alarming incident occurred near Brownsville, Texas, where a US citizen and Texas rancher was killed by an improvised explosive device (IED) . This shocking act of violence highlights the growing threat posed by cartel activity along our southern border ," Miller wrote in a statement. I urge all Texas farmers, ranchers, and agricultural workers who travel to Mexico or operate near the border to exercise extreme caution . The Lower Rio Grande Valley (LRGV) is a crucial part of Texas agriculture, and the safety of our agricultural community is of utmost importance. We cannot overlook the rising violence that threatens not only lives but also the security of our farms, ranches, and rural communities. I encourage everyone in the agricultural industry to stay vigilant, remain aware of their surroundings, and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement. Additionally, you can avoid dirt roads and remote areas , refrain from touching unfamiliar objects that could be explosive devices, limit travel to daylight hours , stay on main roads, and avoid cartel-controlled regions. Our agriculture family is the backbone of Texas, and we must do everything we can to protect it." NewsNation about the IED attack that occurred earlier this month. Officials stated that rancher Antonio Cespedes Saldierna, who operated on both sides of the border, was killed when his truck struck the explosive device on a dirt road .
