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Six Cuban immigrants were intercepted by the National Civil Police (PNC) of Guatemala while traveling illegally to the United States, guided by an alleged human trafficker.
La Hora.gt reported that the operation was carried out by agents from the Division of Ports, Airports, and Border Posts (Dipafront), who caught Aníbal “N”, 31 years old, in the act, identified as a coyote.
The group of Cubans consists of two women and four men. The arrest took place at a checkpoint located at kilometer 140 on the road to El Salvador. The detained Guatemalan was driving a gray sedan with license plates P-126KLP.
The six Cubans were traveling inside the vehicle, without any security and in inhumane conditions. The police assert that these individuals did not have legal records of entry into Guatemalan territory.
Cuban citizens were referred to the Guatemalan Institute of Migration (IGM), while the captured individual was made available to the relevant court. The vehicle was placed under judicial custody.
In March, the authorities in Guatemala arrested another group of 15 Cuban immigrants, including four minors, along with the alleged coyote who was transporting them on a road in the southern part of the country.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Irregular Migration of Cubans in Guatemala
What happened to the six Cubans intercepted in Guatemala?
The six Cubans were intercepted by the Civil National Police of Guatemala while attempting to illegally reach the United States. They were referred to the Guatemalan Migration Institute to determine their immigration status, while the alleged human trafficker accompanying them was arrested.
What happens to Cuban migrants intercepted in Guatemala?
Cubans who are intercepted without legal documents are taken to the Guatemalan Institute of Migration (IGM) to determine their immigration status. Depending on the circumstances, they may be deported or receive some form of temporary protection.
How does U.S. immigration policy affect Cuban migrants?
The immigration policies of the United States, especially under the administration of Donald Trump, have tightened the entry conditions for Cuban migrants. The humanitarian parole has been eliminated and other access routes have been restricted, which has significantly reduced the number of Cubans who manage to reach the U.S.
What risks do Cuban migrants face on their journey to the United States?
Cuban migrants face numerous risks, including abuse by smugglers, inhumane travel conditions, and the possibility of being intercepted and deported. Additionally, they are exposed to extortion, kidnapping, and violence in transit countries such as Guatemala and Mexico.
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