Border Patrol Seizure of Cash from Romanian Nationals Linked to Organized Crime

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
El Paso Sector Border Patrol agents seized $175,000 in cash from 21 Romanian nationals linked to an organized crime network at an interior immigration checkpoint in New Mexico. Additionally, illegal aliens with criminal histories were arrested in separate incidents in Santa Teresa, New Mexico.

Key Points

  • Seizure of $175,000 in cash from 21 Romanian nationals at an interior immigration checkpoint in New Mexico
  • Romanian migrants initially declared $30,000
  • 21 Romanian nationals linked to an organized criminal ring
  • Arrest of previously deported felon attempting to re-enter the U.S. with a criminal history involving possession of methamphetamine
  • Arrest of another criminal alien with a history of assault on a peace officer and violent crimes
  • Prosecution under 8 USC 1326 for illegal re-entry after removal

Pros

  • Prevention of illegal activities by apprehending individuals linked to organized crime
  • Possibility of disrupting criminal networks and preventing further criminal activities

Cons

  • Potential risk of retaliation from the organized crime network