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The United States Border Patrol (CBP), Miami Sector, in coordination with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, arrested 10 illegal foreigners, at least two of whom are of Cuban origin, all with backgrounds as previously convicted sex offenders.
The arrests made over the past three weeks, are part of a joint effort to protect the communities of the Florida Keys and remove dangerous individuals from the area.
“Each of these individuals posed a threat to the communities we live in,” stated Jeffrey Dinise, chief of the Miami Sector Patrol, in a statement released by CBP.
"The Miami Sector Border Patrol remains committed to protecting our communities and enforcing our immigration laws. I appreciate the work of our agents and police allies who supported this effort," she added.
The detainees, residents of the Keys, are listed as registered sex offenders with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Among the sentences of these individuals are:
-Lascivious and obscene acts against a minor under 16 years of age.
-Lascivious and obscene sexual assault against a victim aged between 12 and 15 years.
-Statutory sexual seduction.
-Request from a minor for sexual activities.
At least two of those arrested are of Cuban origin
Although all those arrested are of Hispanic origin, at the moment only two have been confirmed as Cuban by local media.
They are Manuel Ismael Pérez and Osiel Rodríguez-González.
Manuel Ismael Pérez is a registered sex offender who illegally entered southern Florida from Cuba several decades ago and was arrested in a recent operation by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents in Key West.
Pérez -who was arrested while driving a blue Mitsubishi- was seen holding a cup of coffee before being transported in a CBP vehicle to the Border Patrol station in Marathon.
During his detention, the Cuban told a Local 10 journalist who was present at the operation: "I know my criminal record."
His record includes sexual offenses against a minor, aggravated assault, and drug trafficking.
Next, he hinted at being very rooted as he pointed out: "I've been here for 70 years. I have three children. I have eight grandchildren."
The other confirmed Cuban among those arrested is Osiel Rodríguez-González, who is in the U.S. irregularly, with a history of domestic violence and cocaine trafficking and found guilty of beating and suffocating a dog.
In total, the ten detainees were processed and transferred to the custody of ICE, where they remain awaiting deportation.
The Miami Sector highlighted the importance of citizen collaboration and urged the public to report any suspicious activity at the Florida border by calling (877) 772-8146
They also invited everyone to follow updates from the sector chief through their official accounts on X, Instagram, and Facebook: @USBPChiefMIP.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Arrests of Sex Offenders in the Miami Area
How many sex offenders were arrested by the Border Patrol in the Miami sector?
The Border Patrol arrested 10 sex offenders in the Miami sector, as part of a joint operation with other security agencies to protect the communities of the Florida Keys.
What is the origin of the sex offenders arrested in Miami?
The arrested individuals are of Hispanic origin, and at least two of them are Cuban, according to local news outlets. The detainees have a history of sexual offenses and other serious crimes.
What crimes were committed by the Cubans arrested in the Miami sector operation?
Manuel Ismael Pérez has a record for sexual offenses against a minor, aggravated assault, and drug trafficking. Osiel Rodríguez-González has a record for domestic violence, cocaine distribution, and animal cruelty.
What measures are being taken in Florida to combat illegal immigration and crime?
The authorities in Florida are conducting joint operations between the Border Patrol, ICE, and other agencies to arrest dangerous individuals with criminal backgrounds. Immigration laws have also been strengthened under the current administration.
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