U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, in partnership with federal, state and local law enforcement officials, arrested 24 people during a one-day targeted operation in Corpus Christi on May 13.<\/p>\n
Among those arrested were people with convictions for theft, assault and driving while intoxicated, as well as arrests for possession of a controlled substance, criminal trespass and illegal reentry into the U.S. Those arrested could face additional criminal charges for illegal reentry into the United States.<\/p>\n
ICE Harlingen Acting Field Office Director Matthew Ochoa said the operation reflects the agency’s focus on removing people in the country illegally from American communities.<\/p>\n
“The outcomes of this operation speak for themselves and are a testament to the outstanding teamwork, professionalism and determination displayed by everyone involved,” Ochoa said. “The joint effort between our partners was instrumental to our success, and I am grateful for the commitment and effort everyone contributed.”<\/p>\n
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