Department of Homeland Security Report on Illegal Immigrant Criminals
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has released a report detailing some of the most alarming illegal immigrant offenders apprehended across the nation this past weekend.
DHS mentioned that over a dozen illegal immigrants were arrested, many of whom have serious convictions for crimes such as murder, child molestation, and voluntary manslaughter.
“Even with a staggering rise—1,300% more assaults, a 3,200% increase in vehicle attacks, and an 8,000% increase in death threats—ICE continues to put their lives on the line to capture the most dangerous illegal aliens who intimidate American families,” stated DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. She emphasized that while people were relaxing over the weekend, ICE arrested individuals including murderers, rapists, pedophiles, and gang members nationwide. “We cannot let any opponents deter us from making this country safer and eliminating these violent criminals,” she concluded.
The individuals who were arrested over the weekend include:
- Nelson Ayala Gomez: An illegal alien from El Salvador, convicted of murder in Harris County, Texas.
- Alfred Murillo-Fernandez: An illegal immigrant from Mexico, convicted on four counts of lewd acts against a child in Union County, North Carolina.
- Diego Cardona: An illegal alien from Guatemala and a member of the 18th street gang, convicted of voluntary manslaughter in Los Angeles, California.
- Oscar Miguel Argueta del Cid: An illegal alien from El Salvador, convicted of sexual abuse of a minor household member in Montgomery County, Maryland.
- I Somei: An illegal immigrant from Laos, convicted of lewd acts against a child in San Diego, California.
- Jorge Luis Arcaga-Ordonez: An illegal alien from Honduras, convicted in Conroe, Texas, for soliciting a minor online.
- Darwin Adalberto Damas-Maradiaga: An illegal alien from Honduras, convicted of assault with a deadly weapon in Corpus Christi, Texas.
- Ronnie Gudiel Rodriguez Lopez: An illegal alien from Guatemala, convicted of assault and battery in Houston, Texas.
- Hedayatullah Khogyani: An illegal alien from Afghanistan, convicted of causing serious injury and disorder in Orange County, California.
- Sergio Gregorio Lopez Rodriguez: An illegal alien from Guatemala, convicted of robbery in Bonita Springs, Florida.
- Oscar Fabian Carmen-Conda: An illegal alien from Colombia, convicted of aggravated assault in Salt Lake City, Utah.
- Jerson David Flores-Casares: An illegal alien from Honduras, convicted of robbery in the District of Columbia Superior Court.
- Daniela Beltrán Rojas: A criminal illegal alien from Colombia, convicted of identity theft in Temecula, California.
- Hector Castillo-Rodriguez: A criminal illegal alien from Mexico, convicted of importing and harboring certain aliens in Laredo, Texas.
- Dandy Mejia-Guzman: An illegal alien from Mexico, convicted of possession of methamphetamine for resale in Monroe County, Tennessee.
On another note, McLaughlin praised the bravery of law enforcement personnel on January 9, which was Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. “I want to express my gratitude to those who wear badges and risk their lives for the safety of the American people,” she said. “With over 80,000 officers and staff, our department stands as the largest federal law enforcement agency. We honor the sacrifices you and your families make to protect our country,” Secretary Kristi Noem remarked at the time. “Both President Trump and I will always support you. Please remember to thank our police officers in any way you can—be it cooking a meal, buying them a coffee, or just saying thanks. To each officer out there: your service is crucial for our nation’s security.”
DHS reiterates the need for respect and support toward law enforcement agencies, highlighting that their dedication embodies the highest principles of duty and sacrifice, ensuring Americans live in safer communities.
