ICE Arrests Illegal Aliens Convicted of Sex Crimes, Burglary, Drug Trafficking
ICE targets illegal aliens with criminal records, including sex offenders and drug traffickers, in recent arrests.
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested several illegal aliens convicted of serious crimes, including child sexual abuse, burglary, and drug trafficking, according to recent reports. The agency’s actions align with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)’s stance on enforcing U.S. immigration laws.
Arrests Target Serious Offenders
Among those arrested by ICE agents on Monday is Francisco Luperico-Jimenez of Mexico, who was previously convicted of lewd or lascivious acts with a child under 14 years old in California. ICE also arrested Juan Carlos Galeana-Flores of Mexico, convicted of burglary in Idaho, and Samuel Romero-Landestoy of the Dominican Republic, convicted of trafficking heroin in Massachusetts.
Additional arrests included Han Lee of South Korea, who was convicted of money laundering and conspiracy to persuade, induce, entice, and coerce individuals in Boston, Massachusetts. Juan Gonzalez-Ruiz of Colombia was also arrested for his previous conviction in Texas related to drug manufacturing or dealing.
“If you choose to come to this country illegally and break the law, ICE will hunt you down and send you back to where you came from,” said DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin in a statement. “Just yesterday, ICE arrested pedophiles, money launderers, and drug traffickers.”
Enforcing the Law, Not Making It
Mullin emphasized that DHS’s role is to enforce, not create, the laws of the United States. He reiterated President Trump’s position that illegal aliens are not welcome in the U.S. “We don’t make the laws at DHS,” he said. “We simply enforce them.”
The arrests reflect ICE’s ongoing efforts to target individuals who have violated both U.S. immigration laws and criminal statutes. These actions are part of a broader strategy to combat the presence of criminal elements within the U.S. border communities.
Focus on Sanctuary States
Many of the arrests occurred in states often referred to as “sanctuary states,” where local policies may limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. The presence of these individuals in such areas has raised concerns about public safety and the rule of law.
The ICE operations underscore the agency’s commitment to prioritizing cases involving severe crimes, including sexual abuse, drug trafficking, and financial fraud. These arrests are expected to continue as part of the agency’s mandate to uphold national security and public safety.
Source: Breitbart
