Two separate groups of migrants recently attempted to stop and board school buses carrying elementary students near the California-Mexico border, though the attempts were unsuccessful, and no children were harmed. Jamul-Dulzura Union School District officials in rural east San Diego County informed parents of the incidents, praising bus drivers and parents for keeping the students safe.

The incidents occurred earlier this week along Highway 94, just three miles from the U.S.-Mexico border, an area experiencing a surge in migrant crossings. On Tuesday, three men attempted to stop a bus by walking in the middle of the highway, forcing the driver to maneuver around them. The following day, a larger group of about 20 migrants tried to stop and board another bus. Parents at the scene assisted the driver in preventing the migrants from boarding.

The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office and other authorities are investigating the incidents to determine if any criminal activity occurred. Although no injuries were reported, the Sheriff’s Office emphasized its commitment to student safety. The San Diego Border Patrol Sector, which recently became the busiest sector along the southwest U.S. border, has seen a significant increase in migrant apprehensions in recent months.