On the shore of Santa Cruz's Tenna Reef in Spain, Mamadu Mbakal spreads out his arms and glides across the water. For the 24-year-old, this is more than just a swim—it's a major achievement. Mbakal is one of dozens of African migrants taking swimming lessons offered by volunteers, following their treacherous journeys to Spain's Canary Islands. The Mali native arrived in Tenerife after a grueling six-day boat trip from Senegal, with over 200 others. "I wouldn't do it again," he says. "It's very difficult, very dangerous. It's a risk we took because we didn't have a choice. It's tough."
Have you ever wondered what lies beyond the reaches of human understanding? What secrets do the desolate stretches of America's Southern border hold? Stories from Rocky Almore and other former Border Patrol staff paint a chilling picture of haunting incidents that have left many questioning the nature of the entities encountered. Are they supernatural specters, or something far more tangible? Let's delve into the shadowy tales of the Border Patrol and uncover the mysteries that lie in the dark.