Personal belongings discarded at the US-Mexico border
Categories: Photo project
By Pictolic https://pictolic.com/article/personal-belongings-discarded-at-the-us-mexico-border.htmlTom Kiefer's photo project "The American Dream" demonstrates items that he found in trash cans while working as a cleaner at U.S. customs and border control in Arizona. He says that most of the things belonged to people crossing the border illegally.
"Rosaries, for example, are considered potentially dangerous and are seized during detention," says the photographer.
Toothpastes are often thrown away.
"Extra clothing is also often seized upon arrest — it is not considered vital."
Wallets and identity cards are often seized.
Black plastic bottles are used as flasks and are covered with pieces of clothing or blankets.
"Snickers" is the most popular chocolate bar among those crossing the desert. Any food is considered contraband and is seized.
Razors are considered dangerous and are also being withdrawn.
Any hats are considered not vital and are discarded.
Headphones are also not considered a vital asset.
Personal items such as combs, hair clips and hair bands are considered dangerous and are being seized.
Keywords: Things | Border | Customs
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