The United States Department of Homeland Security announced on Aug. 3 that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has deported several illegal alien gang members with serious criminal records, including convictions for murder, sexual assault, burglary, and driving under the influence.
A DHS spokesperson said, “Every day, the brave men and women of ICE are arresting and removing dangerous criminal illegal aliens, including gang members, from our country. Last week alone, ICE deported murderers, sexual assailants, burglars, and drunk drivers. Under President Trump and Secretary Mullin, the safety of the American people will always come first. It’s no wonder crime rates have reached record lows, including the murder rate projected to fall to a 126-year low!”
Among those recently deported is Josue Isaias Cruz Ruiz from El Salvador, who is identified as an 18th Street gang member with a conviction for homicide. Ermis Francisco Orellana Rivas from El Salvador is described as an MS-13 member convicted of strongarm sexual assault – sodomy and burglary.
Pablo Othoniel Lopez Sarricolea from Mexico is listed as a Paisas gang member with convictions for driving under the influence, assault, resisting an officer, and illegal re-entry; he also has arrests for assault and damaging property. Erick Palacios Martinez from El Salvador is reported as a La Mirada Locos member convicted of robbery, damaging property, and trespassing; he also has arrests for drug possession and possession of a weapon.
Nicolas Guzman Hernandez from Mexico is identified as a Surenos gang member who was arrested for felony assault.
The department statement emphasizes continued efforts by immigration authorities to prioritize public safety through enforcement actions targeting individuals with significant criminal backgrounds.