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A Cuban businessman was arrested in Islamorada, in the Florida Keys, despite being recognized as the owner of a franchise, due to an outstanding final deportation order and an extensive criminal record.
The information was confirmed by the head of the U.S. Border Patrol, Michael W. Banks, who pointed out on social media that "success and status do not erase a criminal past."
According to the official, the Cuban citizen is "a prominent franchise owner"; however, he has a criminal record for serious offenses related to drugs, grand theft, theft, resisting arrest, and driving under the influence (DUI).
The man has been taken into custody and is currently awaiting deportation proceedings.
In the U.S. immigration system, a final deportation order means that an immigration judge has already ruled on the expulsion from the country and that the individual has either exhausted or not utilized the appropriate avenues for appeal.
The authorities have not publicly disclosed the identity of the detainee or the name of the franchise operating in Florida. They only released a photo of the arrest, in which a luxury car brand Rolls Royce is prominently featured.
The case occurs in a context of increased rigor in the enforcement of immigration laws against individuals with criminal records, even when they have established businesses or some public recognition.
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