U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) in Philadelphia has removed Giyosiddin Ergashev, a citizen of Uzbekistan wanted for fraud in his home country. Ergashev was deported on May 29.
"ICE is committed to safeguarding the American public and enhancing national security by removing those who evade justice in their home countries and try to find sanctuary in the U.S.," stated ERO Philadelphia acting Field Office Director Brian McShane. "The removal of Ergashev exemplifies our commitment to protect the homeland from foreign criminals."
Ergashev was initially arrested by the U.S. Border Patrol near San Luis, Arizona, on February 14, 2023, after entering the United States without inspection or parole by an immigration official. Following his arrest, he received a notice to appear due to inadmissibility under Section 212 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. He was transferred to ERO Phoenix and detained at the Florence Service Processing Center before being released on an order of recognizance on February 21, 2023.
A warrant for Ergashev’s arrest had been issued by an Uzbek court on November 29, 2023. Subsequently, ERO New York apprehended him during a targeted enforcement action on July 22, 2024, transferring him to ERO Philadelphia where he was held at the Moshannon Valley Processing Center in Philipsburg.
An immigration judge ordered Ergashev's removal to Uzbekistan on February 18. Upon his arrival in Uzbekistan, he was handed over to local authorities.
The public can report crimes or suspicious activity by contacting the ICE Tip Line at 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423) or completing an online tip form.
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