Northfield, MN – Three people were rescued from an overturned vehicle Sunday afternoon after U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers rushed to help a family trapped in an embankment along Interstate 35.
The incident occurred around 3 p.m. as CBP officers assigned to Operation Metro Surge were traveling northbound near Northfield. According to officials, the officers saw the vehicle roll off the roadway and immediately pulled over to assist. They directed a nearby bystander to contact emergency medical services while they broke a window to reach the passengers inside.
Inside the car, officers found a mother and her two children, all conscious but unable to exit. The family was safely removed from the vehicle, and no serious or life-threatening injuries were reported.
Emergency medical crews and the Minnesota State Police soon arrived to take control of the scene and provide additional medical care. The cause of the crash remains under review.
CBP Assistant Commissioner Hilton Beckham commended the officers for their swift response, saying their actions reflected the agency’s broader mission of protecting the public. Commander Gregory Bovino, who oversees Operation Metro Surge, added that officers are trained to respond quickly to emergencies and render aid when necessary.
Key points:
- CBP officers rescued a mother and two children from an overturned vehicle along I-35 near Northfield
- The officers broke the vehicle’s window to reach the trapped family
- No serious injuries were reported as state police and EMS took over the scene
Officials said the rescue highlights the readiness of CBP personnel, who often provide lifesaving assistance in addition to their border security duties.