U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers, through collaborative binational efforts and multiple law enforcement agencies, coordinated the repatriation of a United States citizen with an arrest warrant for capital murder out of Dallas, Texas. USCBP Image for illustration purposes
Texas Border Business
EL PASO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers, through collaborative binational efforts and multiple law enforcement agencies, coordinated the repatriation of a United States citizen with an arrest warrant for capital murder out of Dallas, Texas.
“It is not uncommon for individuals to flee the country to avoid prosecution,” said Port Director Ray Provencio. “CBP frequently collaborates with law enforcement agencies throughout the country and internationally to apprehend criminals and bring them to justice.”
On Sept. 21, CBP officers were notified that a 20-year-old male, U.S. citizen, wanted for capital murder, was captured in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico by Mexico State Police officials. CBP officers coordinated with local, state, federal and international agencies to repatriate the individual. The individual was escorted to the international boundary line by Mexico State Police officials and turned over via the Stanton Dedicated Commuter Lane border crossing.
The individual was secured and escorted to secondary inspection where biometric verification confirmed his identity along with the active warrant for capital murder multiple persons, out of Dallas, Texas.
The individual was arrested by CBP officers and turned over to the United States Marshals Service.
For information regarding the murder investigation and warrant, please contact the Dallas Police Department.
Packages containing 1,047 pounds of methamphetamine, 31 pounds of heroin seized by CBP officers at World Trade Bridge. USCBP Image
Texas Border Business
LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers seized hard narcotics in two enforcement actions that totaled over $11,400,000 in street value.
“CBP continues to work with our law enforcement partners to foil illicit transnational criminal organization attempts to smuggle their product through our cargo facilities,” said Port Director Alberto Flores, Laredo Port of Entry. “These significant seizures are prime examples of how CBP’s border security management aids in the prevention of prohibited contraband from crossing the border.”
The first seizure occurred on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at the World Trade Bridge when a CBP officer referred a 2007 Wabash National trailer carrying a shipment of brooms for a secondary inspection. The truck was referred for a canine and non-intrusive inspection system examination, resulting in the discovery of 32 packages containing 80.73 pounds of alleged cocaine within the trailer. The narcotics had an estimated street value of $1,077,946.
The second seizure occurred later that evening, when a CBP officer referred a 2004 Transcraft trailer manifesting a shipment of sheetrock for a secondary inspection. The truck was referred for a canine and non-intrusive inspection system examination, resulting in the discovery of 71 packages containing 31.39 pounds of alleged heroin and 2,551 packages containing 1047.19 pounds of alleged methamphetamine within the commodity. The narcotics had an estimated street value of $10,412,400.
Packages containing nearly 81 pounds of cocaine seized by CBP officers at World Trade Bridge. USCBP Image
The narcotics seized in both incidents had a combined estimated street value of $11,490,346.
CBP seized the narcotics. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement-Homeland Security Investigations (ICE-HSI) special agents are investigating the seizures.
U.S. Border Patrol Agents in the El Paso Sector, in addition to handling the recent migrant influx impacting the El Paso Station, have continued to sustain their border enforcement posture and have dismantled numerous dangerous human smuggling attempts and rescued migrants. USCBP Image for illustration purposes
Texas Border Business
EL PASO, Texas – U.S. Border Patrol Agents in the El Paso Sector, in addition to handling the recent migrant influx impacting the El Paso Station, have continued to sustain their border enforcement posture and have dismantled numerous dangerous human smuggling attempts and rescued migrants last week.
The most significant event occurred on Tuesday, Sept. 20, when Border Patrol Agents assigned to a Las Cruces checkpoint encountered 13 smuggled migrants locked inside a UHAUL box truck without access to oxygen. Fortunately, all migrants were uninjured and did not need any further attention after initial medical evaluation. All 13 adult migrants from Mexico were expelled under Title 42 and the United States Citizen driver will face charges under Title 8 USC 1324 (Conspiracy to Transport).
Few hours later, Border Patrol Agents assigned to the Deming Station apprehended a subject who was identified as an aggravated felon with a prior order of removal. The individual was part of a group of nine smuggled migrants walking in a wilderness desert area approximately 31 miles northeast of the Columbus, New Mexico, International Port of Entry. Records checks indicate that the individual was charged and convicted in the State of Colorado. He was turned over to the Luna County Detention Center pending criminal proceedings under Title 8 USC 1326 (Illegal Re-Entry).
The next day, Sept. 21, agents assigned to the Deming Station, rescued two smuggled migrants in distress who were abandoned by smugglers as they crossed illegally into the United States. The agents received a 911 emergency call indicating that two adult females needed medical attention and were lost near the Cedar Mountains in New Mexico. When agents arrived, they encountered one female with visible signs of dehydration and the second female with an injury to her ankle and signs of dehydration. Both migrants were immediately transported to receive further medical evaluation and treatment at a local hospital.
Other events during these seven days include the disruption of eighteen human smuggling schemes with the use of vehicles, the arrest of two individuals with extensive criminal records and gang affiliation, the disruption of one stash house, and two migrant rescues with different injuries.
Additionally, in recent days, the El Paso Sector has seen an average of approximately 1,500 daily migrant encounters, many of them from the countries of Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Colombia.
“These events within the last seven days highlight how complex our border environment has become and the determination by our Border Patrol Agents to adjust operationally as needed to address any situation on the border,” said El Paso Sector Chief Patrol Agent Gloria I. Chavez. “Despite having to manage a migrant influx of humanitarian nature in one specific area, our Border Patrol Agents remain steadfast in maintaining our immigration checkpoints operational and being able to secure other border areas of the El Paso Sector. I am truly proud of the invaluable work El Paso Sector Border Patrol Agents do each and every day in our West Texas and New Mexico region.”
U.S. Customs and Border Protection welcomes assistance from the community. Citizens are encouraged to report suspicious activity to the U.S. Border Patrol while remaining anonymous by calling 1-800-635-2509.
U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Del Rio Border Patrol Station respond to a vehicle collision near Del Rio, Sept. 21. USCBP Image for illustration purposes
Texas Border Business
DEL RIO, Texas – U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Del Rio Border Patrol Station respond to a vehicle collision near Del Rio, Sept. 21.
At approximately 3:30 p.m., Del Rio Station agents, assigned to the immigration checkpoint on Highway 277, were advised that a local law enforcement agency had requested assistance with a collision near Dolan Creek Road. A Border Patrol agent EMT and a Border Patrol canine handler arrived at the scene of the accident and provided medical assistance to a critically injured subject. The agents rapidly evaluated the man and applied a tourniquet on his right thigh to stop the bleeding from his severed foot. EMS arrived and took over care of the injured man. The conscious subject was air lifted to a San Antonio hospital for further medical evaluation and treatment. The injured United States citizen was never in Border Patrol custody.
To report suspicious activity, call the Del Rio Sector’s toll-free number at 1-866-511-8727.
The City of Mercedes held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, September 21 to mark the completion of the Mile 8 North Project, led by Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Commissioner, David Fuentes and his team. Courtesy Image
Texas Border Business
MERCEDES, Texas – The City of Mercedes held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, September 21 to mark the completion of the Mile 8 North Project, led by Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Commissioner, David Fuentes and his team.
The collaborative effort between the city and the county proved successful as commuters and buses now drive smoothly through the area. The improvement project focused on Mile 8 North from FM 491 to Mile 2 East Road, consisting of approximately 10,505 total linear feet (7,347.50 feet within the City, and 3,157.50 feet within Precinct 1.)
Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Commissioner, David Fuentes and his team. Courtesy Image
The City and County have respective Urban County Projects which consist of Street Improvements utilizing Community Development Block Grant funds (CDBG). The city was responsible for 70% of the necessary materials needed, whereas the County agreed to provide all labor, and machinery necessary to perform improvements. County through its CDBG funds, contributed a lump sum of 30%.
Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Commissioner, David Fuentes and his team. Courtesy Image
Precinct 1 Commissioner David Fuentes said “the improvements will allow Mile 8 N. to act as a major arterial road as growth in the area continues.” Hidalgo County not only re-constructed the road but focused on the drainage infrastructure to avoid potential flooding.
“To say Mile 8 North is an important road for Mercedes and Hidalgo County would be an understatement,” Mayor Oscar Montoya said. “The amount of traffic and safety issues that this road addresses are important because as the county grows, this is going to be a major road for commuters. The fact that we’re taking care of and investing in it means a bright future for this growing area.”
The City of Mercedes is thankful for the help of the entire Precinct 1 staff, and looks forward to future projects.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at El Paso area ports of entry stopped multiple narcotic smuggling attempts within the past few days. USCBP Image
Texas Border Business
EL PASO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at El Paso area ports of entry stopped multiple narcotic smuggling attempts within the past few days.
“CBP officers remain focused on their drug interdiction mission,” said CBP El Paso Director Field Operations, Hector A. Mancha. “We believe that these efforts are having a positive impact on our community and beyond.”
On Sept. 16, CBP officers working at the Bridge of the Americas border crossing encountered an 18-year-old, male U.S. citizen, via the pedestrian lanes. The individual was referred for a secondary inspection where during a pat down search, CBP officers located 0.45 pounds of fentanyl strapped to the groin area.
A few hours later, CBP officers working at the Paso Del Norte border crossing intercepted a mixed load of 0.3 pounds of fentanyl and 1.27 pounds of methamphetamine from a 35-year-old male, U.S. citizen who arrived from Mexico via the vehicle lanes. The individual was referred to secondary for a CBP canine and non-intrusive inspection (x-ray) leading CBP officers to locate multiple bundles hidden within the vehicle.
Later that same evening, CBP officers working at the Paso Del Norte border crossing
encountered an 18-year-old, male U.S. citizen via the pedestrian lanes. The individual was referred for a secondary inspection where during a pat down search, CBP officers located 0.88 pounds of fentanyl and 1.1 pounds of methamphetamine strapped to the inner thighs.
On Sept. 17, CBP officers working at the Bridge of the Americas border crossing intercepted 5.29 pounds of cocaine from a 34-year-old male, U.S. citizen who arrived from Mexico via the vehicle lanes. The individual was referred for a secondary CBP canine and non-intrusive inspection (x-ray) leading CBP officers to locate multiple bundles hidden within the vehicle.
On Sept. 19, CBP officers working at the Bridge of the Americas border crossing encountered a 29-year-old male, U.S. citizen via pedestrian lanes. The individual was referred for a secondary inspection where during a pat down search, CBP officers located 0.12 pounds of fentanyl concealed around the groin area.
The individuals arrested by CBP were turned over to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations Special Agents or state and local authorities for prosecution.
Texas National Guard soldiers work with Border Patrol to spot illegal crossing on the Rio Grande River using Border Patrol live-feed cameras set up along the border to locate migrants. Photo: Texas Military department
AUSTIN, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are continuing to work together to secure the border, stop the smuggling of drugs, weapons, and people into Texas, and prevent, detect, and interdict transnational criminal behavior between ports of entry.
Since the launch of Operation Lone Star, the multi-agency effort has led to 306,400 migrant apprehensions and more than 20,100 criminal arrests, with more than 17,600 felony charges reported. In the fight against fentanyl, DPS has seized over 336.3 million lethal doses of fentanyl during this border mission.
Texas has also bused over 8,100 migrants to our nation’s capital since April, over 2,700 migrants to New York City since August 5, and more than 770 migrants to Chicago since August 31. The busing mission is providing much-needed relief to our overwhelmed border communities.
Operation Lone Star continues to fill the dangerous gaps left by the Biden Administration’s refusal to secure the border. Every individual who is apprehended or arrested and every ounce of drugs seized would have otherwise made their way into communities across Texas and the nation due to President Biden’s open border policies.
Governor Abbott on Wednesday issued an executive order designating Mexican drug cartels as terrorist organizations and instructing DPS to take immediate action to keep Texans safe amid the growing national fentanyl crisis. The executive order directs DPS and law enforcement agencies to identify Texas gangs that support Mexican drug cartels and seize their assets in order to disrupt cartel networks operating in Texas communities, as thousands of Texans have been poisoned unwittingly by counterfeit pills laced with the deadly synthetic opioid.
The Governor also sent a letter to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris requesting federal terrorist classifications for the Sinaloa Cartel and Jalisco New Generation Cartel, as well as other cartels producing and distributing deadly fentanyl.
“Fentanyl is a clandestine killer, and Texans are falling victim to the Mexican cartels that are producing it,” said Governor Abbott. “Cartels are terrorists, and it’s time we treated them that way. In order to save our country, particularly our next generation, we must do more to get fentanyl off our streets.”
With an 89% increase in fentanyl-related deaths reported in Texas in 2021 compared to 2020, Governor Abbott this week sent a letter to state agency leaders directing them to ramp up state efforts to combat the deadly fentanyl crisis impacting communities across Texas and the nation.
“Fentanyl’s potency and deceptiveness, combined with the federal government’s unwillingness to take border security seriously, pose a grave threat to Texans,” reads Governor Abbott’s letter. “We must take all appropriate actions to inform Texans of this danger and prevent additional deaths.”
Ahead of the next legislative session, the Governor ordered state agencies to outline statutory changes, budget priorities, and other initiatives that will enhance the state’s ability to interdict the synthetic opioid, provide emergency overdose treatment, and expand substance abuse treatment programs. State agencies were also directed to begin coordinating efforts to raise awareness of fentanyl’s lethality and prevalence.
In an op-ed for The Washington Times’ Immigration in 2022 special edition, Governor Abbott highlighted the unprecedented action he has taken to protect Texans against President Biden’s dangerous open border policies, including allocating more than $3 billion over the past 18 months for border security.
“Whether President Biden views the border crisis as Texas’ problem or it is just politically inconvenient for him to do his job, mass illegal immigration is a humanitarian crisis for those putting their lives in the hands of ruthless coyotes or smugglers and a national security crisis for all American,” writes Governor Abbott. “The crisis at the border is not for Texas or any other border state to handle alone. It is up to our nation’s leaders to stand up for the rule of law that makes America so exceptional.”
DPS Agents Discover 50 Illegal Immigrants In 18-Wheeler During Traffic Stop
PHOTO: Texas Department Of Public Safety
During a traffic stop in Laredo on Wednesday, DPS agents discovered 50 illegal immigrants riding in an 18-wheeler. In all, 37 adult males, 11 adult females, and two juveniles were referred to Border Patrol. One adult male U.S. citizen and one male illegal immigrant from Mexico were arrested for smuggling of persons.
DPS Sgt. Erick Estrada discussed with Laredo’s KGNS a recent trend the department is observing of rental homes being used as stash houses and DPS efforts to crack down on stash houses used to hide illegal immigrants, drugs, and weapons. DPS advises landlords to look out for red flags such as tenants paying in cash and offering multiple payments in advance.
”For the most part, what we found in these specific cases is the landlords are not directly involved,” said Sgt. Estrada. “It’s directly with the tenant, with whoever is renting the property. People should be aware of who they are renting their property out to.”
DPS Special Agents Find 43 Illegal Immigrants In Webb County Stash House
(PHOTO: Texas Department Of Public Safety)
On Tuesday, DPS special agents found 43 illegal immigrants in a stash house in Webb County after noticing suspicious activity. Working with Border Patrol and Webb County Constables Pct. 2, DPS conducted a knock-and-talk and discovered the illegal immigrants, including 24 adult males, 17 adult females, and two juveniles. All were from Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras and have been referred to Border Patrol.
During a traffic stop in Del Rio, DPS troopers discovered 10 illegal immigrants being smuggled into the United States in a box truck. During the stop for a traffic violation along Highway 77, troopers found the illegal immigrants inside the truck. The driver was charged with smuggling of persons, and all 10 illegal immigrants were referred to Border Patrol.
Texas National Guard Encounter Large Group Of Illegal Immigrants Crossing River
(PHOTO: Texas Military Department)
Texas National Guard soldiers patrolling the border near Laredo encountered a group of illegal immigrants attempting to enter the country. The soldiers interdicted the would-be illegal immigrants shortly after they crossed the Rio Grande River.
The region is known to be heavily trafficked by cartel members, human smugglers, and drug smugglers. “We focus on apprehending small to medium-sized groups of illegal aliens and drug smugglers,” said 1st LT. Benjamin Pittman, the Alpha Company Commander of Task Force Center.
A Texas National Guard Tactical Response Unit soldier describes using night vision and thermal capabilities to track down criminal elements along the Texas border. The soldier describes a recent evening encountering two large family groups crossing the border, as well as members of the MS-13 gang and a Sureños gang member.
“We use any kind of real data that we have for the week and implement it and set it to the spots where a lot of illegal immigration is coming across,” said Sgt. 1st Class Stephen Mata. “We’re taking down criminals, and that’s the goal.”
A DPS trooper initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic violation in Del Rio and upon further investigation discovered that the driver was attempting to smuggle 10 illegal immigrants into the U.S. The driver from California was charged with smuggling of persons, and all 10 illegal immigrants were referred to Border Patrol.
Texas National Guard Work With Law Enforcement For Greater Success Rate
Texas National Guard soldiers work with Border Patrol to spot illegal crossing on the Rio Grande River using Border Patrol live-feed cameras set up along the border to locate migrants.
“Joint agency inter-workings and shared information about real-time operations in the field lead to an increased success rate in apprehending migrants,” said Sgt. Chance Crosby, Task Force Eagle squad leader. “By working side by side, we are able to decrease response times to active sightings across border hotspots.”
Image for illustration purposes. Photo courtesy WellMed
Texas Border Business
By Roberto Gonzalez
People truly need to know about the WellMed Charitable Foundation. This nonprofit organization provides vital services for the community, in particular for those who care for their loved ones 60 years and older, suffering from chronic or debilitating illnesses. The program is called Caregiver SOS.
Caregiver SOS offers education and support to family caregivers. The focus of the program is not the care recipient (patient), but the family member or friend. The family caregiver is the one who benefits from the educational program and the one-to-one support. In addition, the goal of the program is to remind the caregivers to take care of themselves.
Leticia G-Sanchez, Regional Operations Manager-RGV with the WellMed Charitable Foundation
Leticia G-Sanchez, Regional Operations Manager-RGV with the WellMed Charitable Foundation told Mega Doctor News that the Caregiver SOS program offers education and training for families of the Rio Grande Valley. “Caregivers come in all ages. They can be young in their thirties providing frequent assistance to a loved one, or they can also be an elderly spouse, caring twenty-four hours per day,” she said.
“Caregivers help multiple ways; it can be as simple as picking up medication from the pharmacy, or driving their loved one to their doctor’s appointment. However; it can also be more challenging, like every day hands-on care, such as wound treatment, medication management, g-tube care, bathing, grooming, toileting, and other active daily living activities (meal preparation, laundry, housekeeping, yardwork, etc).
Caregivers give their time and dedicate sacrificially to help a loved one. Their primary interest is helping their loved one have quality of life in spite of setbacks from their chronic illness. Caregivers experience the progressive losses in their own lives (physical, emotional, and social) as they continue to care long term for their loved ones. Caregiving can be manageable some days if the task is simple like picking up medication at the pharmacy, but other days caregiving can be perplexing when it involves changing your loved ones diaper, or dealing with g-tubes and challenging behaviors. “It is vital to understand and to identify who is a caregiver,” Sanchez continued. Sometimes, we think it is expected of us to help our loved ones, but we do not necessarily identify as a family caregiver. As an example, we say, ‘I take care of my husband because he’s my husband or I take care of my parents because they took care of me.’ Often since family members do not self-identify as a family caregiver, they do not think about reaching out for help” she added.
“It takes a lot to be a caregiver. Caregiving is optional. People do have the ability to walk away from it. It is hard, but sometimes there is no choice,” Sanchez emphasized. “Those who decide to continue caregiving should know that it is a journey. Through that journey, as time goes on, you are going to have to do things you never thought you would do, and for that reason, the more education and support you receive, the greater chance you have of coping with caregiver stress” she concluded.
Caregiver SOS offers individual coaching with caregiver specialists available to provide information and support on managing daily activities and improving care. In addition, the monthly programing includes support groups and education/training workshops. All programs are bilingual and at no cost for family members or friends, who are caring for an older loved one (60 years of age or older) with Dementia or other chronic illnesses.
Why is it essential for family members to identify themselves as caregivers and then ask for help from Caregiver SOS?
When the person providing care identifies as a family caregiver, they can see the importance of what they do. They need to know they are an extension of the healthcare system for their loved one. They are the home based “care coordinators” and personal advocates for their loved one. In their journey, many family caregivers discover the positive impact they have.
Caregiver SOS knows caregiving has been associated with elevated levels of stress, depression, anxiety, poor health, compromised immune function and even an increased risk of early death. These are the unpleasant facts of caregiving. We encourage all family caregivers to call the Caregiver SOS Program; receive a courtesy mini stress assessment, and register for our free educational programs. Caregivers need to know they are not alone; Caregiver SOS by the WellMed Charitable Foundation is here to help.
The WellMed Charitable Foundation was established in 2006 by Dr. George Rapier III, a noted physician who is also the Chairman of the Board. The Foundation is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization, and the philanthropic partner of WellMed Medical Management, headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. Caregiver SOS is partially funded by the Area Agency on Aging of the LRGVDC.
Rebecca Rodriguez, administrative associate for the dean’s office, Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship on the UTRGV Edinburg Campus (Courtesy Photo)
Texas Border Business
By Amanda A. Taylor-Uchoa
EDINBURG, Texas – Rebecca Rodriguez, administrative associate for the dean’s office, Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship on the UTRGV Edinburg Campus, assists everyone within her department, but her favorite part of the job is assisting students. She believes anything is achievable through will and by setting goals.
Rodriguez herself is an achiever, a first-generation college graduate currently working on her MBA with the support of her family, friends and coworkers. Her son also is a UTRGV student, pursuing a degree in criminal justice.
WHAT IS YOUR ROLE AT UTRGV?
My primary role is Dr. Lance Nail’s assistant. I also assist the college administrator, associate deans, department chairs and RCVCOBE students, as needed.
HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED HERE?
I have been working at UTRGV for two years this September. My experience includes 13 years in higher education, as well as five years in K-12.
DESCRIBE YOUR AVERAGE DAY:
It’s very sporadic, far from routine.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF YOUR JOB?
When I get the opportunity to make the difference in a student’s life – from a simple hello, a wave, or a smile, to asserting that they do belong at UTRGV, to pointing them in the right direction. That’s the reason working here at UTRGV is so rewarding.
DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE MEMORY, OR STORY, ABOUT YOUR TIME HERE?
For the short time I have been here, I have so many. One in particular was when a young man who had questions about his courses commented that “he should not be here at UTRGV.” I was truly shocked to hear that, from him or anyone. He explained the hard times he had gone through, which, in his eyes, spurred him to say that. I told him that, because he was standing there in front of me, he does belong here, and told him he could accomplish anything he set his mind to. It takes will and wanting to accomplish a goal. Now, seeing that young man still walking through our hallways means the world to me.
TELL US SOMETHING MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT YOU
I am pretty much an open book to those around me. I love to travel, have a love of purses, and am a first-generation college graduate now working on my MBA – thanks to the support of my husband and son, and my dear friends and coworkers. I want to be positive reinforcement for my son, Victor, who is a junior here at UTRGV studying criminal justice.
WHAT IS YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH THE UTRGV COMMUNITY?
I love our university and the relationships I have built here. This is a very unique environment, where you have the opportunity to meet people from all over the world, as well as the ability to not only help our students spread their wings, but also our own, as well.
U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Uvalde Station arrested a convicted sex offender with an outstanding felony warrant, Sept. 20. USCBP Image
Texas Border Business
DEL RIO, Texas – U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Uvalde Station arrested a convicted sex offender with an outstanding felony warrant, Sept. 20.
At approximately 6 p.m., agents conducting immigration inspections at the Uvalde Checkpoint, on U.S. Highway 90, encountered a man with an outstanding warrant for failure to register as a sex offender. In 2020, the 51-year-old United States citizen was convicted of aggravated sexual assault of a child, in Plainview, Texas. His criminal history also includes unlawful carrying of a weapon.
To report suspicious activity, call the Del Rio Sector’s toll-free number at 1-866-511-8727.
