ICE HSI San Antonio and our law enforcement partners arrest a Tren de Aragua gang member during enforcement action
Great collaboration between @HSI_SanAntonio, @SATXPolice and @EROSanAntonio after they arrested a Tren de Aragua gang member in San Antonio. @ICEgov @HSI_HQ is committed to community safety and focus on justice remains unwavering.
SAN ANTONIO – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations, in partnership with our law enforcement partners, arrested a Tren de Aragua gang member, Feb 5.
The 27-year-old male citizen and national of Venezuela was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon and is the suspected shooter in an attempted murder investigation in San Antonio. The illegally present alien is currently detained in state custody.
“The successful arrest of a member of the Tren de Aragua gang in San Antonio was made possible through the resolute efforts of HSI and our dedicated local law enforcement partners,” said HSI San Antonio Special Agent in Charge Craig Larrabee. “This arrest highlights our steadfast dedication to the safety of our communities and the relentless pursuit of justice.”
The Tren de Aragua gang is known for engaging in various criminal activities, including drug trafficking and violent crimes, which pose a significant threat to our communities. HSI and our partners are dedicated to dismantling these criminal organizations through strategic operations, intelligence-driven investigations, and close cooperation with international, federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. By leveraging our collective resources and expertise, we aim to disrupt the operations of these dangerous gangs and bring their members to justice.
Individuals can report suspicious criminal activity to the ICE Tip Line 24 hours a day, seven days a week, call 866-DHS-2-ICE.
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