On March 21, 2025, U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Marathon, Florida Station, in collaboration with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, Key West Police Department, and the Florida Department of Corrections, arrested seven illegal aliens in the Florida Keys. Each individual had an extensive criminal record. This operation was part of a coordinated effort to enhance safety by removing dangerous individuals from local communities.
Earlier this month, another operation conducted by U.S. Border Patrol, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office resulted in the arrest of ten illegal aliens in the Florida Keys. All were previously convicted sex offenders.
Jeffrey Dinise, Chief Patrol Agent of the Miami Border Patrol Sector, emphasized unity among law enforcement agencies: “No longer will criminal illegal aliens hide in the shadows of bureaucracy. In the State of Florida, we have removed the dividing lines between local, state, and federal jurisdictions standing united as law enforcement officers to safeguard our communities and protect our nation from criminal illegal aliens. I am proud of our dedicated Border Patrol agents and law enforcement partners who are committed to public safety and our border security mission.”
The arrested individuals have been processed and transferred to ICE custody pending removal from the United States.
The Miami Sector Border Patrol encourages community assistance for issues related to border security in Florida through their contact number 1-(877) 772-8146. Updates on their activities can be followed on social media platforms X, Instagram, and Facebook @USBPChiefMIP.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) describes itself as America’s frontline: "the nation's largest law enforcement organization" tasked with protecting America across land, air, and sea borders while facilitating safe travel and trade.
