Coast Guard apprehends 7 suspected undocumented migrants off San Diego coast

Coast Guard apprehends 7 suspected undocumented migrants off the San Diego coast as U.S. authorities intercept a small craft before dawn. The Coast Guard said its crew aboard the Cutter Narwhat identified an 18-foot Sea Ray vessel about 7 miles offshore near Point Loma shortly before 1 a.m. on Monday. After gaining compliance from the operator, the crew detained seven people onboard, who were suspected of being undocumented migrants. The group was transported to Ballast Point and then handed over to U.S. Border Patrol agents for further investigation. Officials did not release further details including ages or nationalities. The case highlights ongoing maritime interdiction activity in the San Diego area, with the Coast Guard coordinating closely with Border Patrol during early-morning operations.