A Minnesota jury has convicted Harshkumar Patel and Steve Shand of human smuggling charges after an Indian family died while attempting to cross into the U.S. The family's tragic deaths occurred during a blizzard in January 2022, highlighting the dangers of human trafficking. Prosecutors emphasized the smugglers prioritized profit over human life. The two men face potential prison sentences of up to 55 years for their involvement in this international smuggling operation that exploits desperate immigrants seeking better lives.