U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at ports of entry within the Laredo Field Office area apprehended several individuals wanted on felony warrants for homicide and various sex-related offenses, according to a March 13 announcement.
The arrests highlight the role of CBP in identifying and detaining individuals sought for serious crimes as they attempt to cross U.S. borders. The agency said these actions contribute to community safety and support law enforcement efforts nationwide.
On February 27, CBP officers at Laredo’s Juarez-Lincoln Bridge identified Emilio Vega Aguado, a U.S. citizen, as the subject of an active first-degree murder warrant issued by the Chicago Police Department. Officers transported him to Webb County jail pending criminal proceedings. On March 1, Luis Garcia Fernandez, a Mexican citizen, was stopped at Eagle Pass’s Camino Real International Bridge and found to have a second-degree sexual assault warrant from Austin Police Department; he was taken to Maverick County jail. On March 4, Isaac Isai Pulido, another U.S. citizen, was intercepted at Progreso International Bridge with a warrant for sexual assault of a child from Alamo Police Department and turned over to local authorities. On March 5, Rafael Bello-Solis, a Mexican citizen attempting to exit the country via Juarez-Lincoln Bridge without proper documents, was found to have an outstanding indecency with a child warrant from Collin County Sheriff's Office; he was transferred to Webb County Sheriff’s Office.
"Apprehending individuals wanted for such heinous crimes as sexual assault and homicide is a testament to the unwavering dedication of our officers," said Donald R. Kusser, Director of Field Operations for the Laredo Field Office. "Each apprehension brings us closer to honoring victims, ensuring accountability, and enhancing the safety of our communities. To have secured multiple arrests over the past week is a truly commendable achievement."
The National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database enables law enforcement agencies nationwide to share information about outstanding warrants for various offenses including homicide and sexual abuse. CBP officers regularly use this system during inspections at border crossings.
CBP describes itself as America’s frontline law enforcement organization with more than 67,000 personnel responsible for protecting national security through border management on land, air, and sea.
