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A Cuban man faces a 13-year prison sentence for human trafficking and possession of child pornography, following his arrest in the state of Arizona, U.S. authorities reported.
Rubén Sánchez Martínez was released on parole in the U.S. in 2022 and was arrested again in 2023 for human trafficking and while in possession of child pornography, revealed Sean McGuffin, chief of the Border Patrol in the Tucson Sector of Arizona, on the social network X.
In the brief statement, the immigration authority specified that agents from the city of Casa Grande and the Department of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) worked together to obtain a 13-year prison sentence for Sánchez.
The announcement comes in the context of a tightening of measures to curb illegal immigration in the U.S. and to take a tough stance against migrants with criminal charges, in line with the new immigration policies implemented by President Donald Trump following his return to the White House on January 20.
In recent weeks, during ongoing immigration control operations carried out by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), HSI, and other U.S. agencies, several Cuban migrants with criminal records have been arrested and will be deported.
One of them has a criminal record that includes sexual assault and assault causing bodily injury, among other offenses, and was apprehended during raids conducted in El Paso, Texas; while another, with multiple charges and possible gang affiliations, was captured in Florida. Both have deportation orders.
The migration strategy promoted by the Trump administration aims to curb illegal immigration, protect the nation's borders and its citizens.
In the past month, immigration agencies and law enforcement at both federal and state levels have conducted operations across the country and increased arrests of illegal foreigners who have committed crimes, along with mass deportations to their countries of origin and the Naval Base in Guantánamo, in eastern Cuba.
Frequently asked questions about the arrest of Rubén Sánchez Martínez and the immigration context in the U.S.
Why was Rubén Sánchez Martínez arrested in Arizona?
Rubén Sánchez Martínez was arrested for human trafficking and possession of child pornography in the state of Arizona. This Cuban had been released on probation in the United States in 2022 and was detained again in 2023 for these offenses.
What sentence is Rubén Sánchez Martínez facing?
Rubén Sánchez Martínez faces a sentence of 13 years in prison for charges of human trafficking and possession of child pornography in the United States. This sentence was made possible through the collaboration between Casa Grande agents and the Department of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI).
How has Donald Trump's immigration policy impacted the deportation of Cuban migrants?
With Donald Trump’s return to the presidency, immigration policies aimed at curbing illegal immigration and increasing deportations have intensified. These measures have led to an increase in arrests of Cuban migrants with criminal records, who are subject to deportation.
What is the current situation of ICE detention centers in the U.S.?
The ICE detention centers in the United States are operating above capacity, reaching 109% occupancy. Due to this situation, ICE has had to release certain detained immigrants, implementing alternative monitoring programs.
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