Previously Deported Salvadoran with Violent Criminal History Arrested by CBP in Texas

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers arrested a previously deported Salvadoran man with a lengthy criminal record during an enforcement operation at a residence in McAllen, Texas. The individual, identified as a 47-year-old male, was taken into custody without incident on May 15 by a coordinated team of CBP officers, Special Response Team (SRT) operators, and task force members. The arrest highlights CBP’s extended enforcement capabilities beyond the port of entry.

The suspect was apprehended on an administrative arrest warrant and transported to the Hidalgo Port of Entry, where authorities confirmed his identity and unlawful presence in the United States. According to official records, the man had been previously deported in April 2023. Further checks revealed a criminal history spanning more than two decades, including convictions for assault, driving while intoxicated, possession of cocaine, forgery, and discharging a firearm.

CBP officials charged the man with violations of U.S. immigration law, specifically for alleged illegal re-entry following deportation. The arrest underscores CBP’s efforts to locate and remove individuals with criminal backgrounds who have re-entered the country unlawfully. The operation was carried out without injuries or incidents, according to authorities.

This action was part of broader enforcement responsibilities carried out by CBP’s Hidalgo Port of Entry and its affiliated tactical teams, showcasing the agency’s ability to engage in non-port apprehensions when necessary. CBP emphasized the importance of collaborative tactical operations in ensuring community safety and maintaining the integrity of immigration enforcement.

Article by multiple RFHC contributors, based upon information from a press release issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations.

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