The Houston branch of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) recently detained and deported a Guatemalan individual with a lengthy criminal history and a record of three prior deportations. This removal highlights ICE’s persistent dedication to identifying and apprehending individuals who repeatedly violate immigration laws and pose significant risks to public safety.

During his time in the United States, the individual was convicted of multiple offenses, including:

  • Drug trafficking and possession
  • Repeated unauthorized border crossings
  • Assault-related crimes

Below is a detailed timeline of his deportations and associated convictions:

Deportation EventYearCriminal Charges
Initial Deportation2012Illegal re-entry
Second Deportation2016Drug possession
Latest Deportation2024Assault offenses

This case exemplifies ERO Houston’s ongoing mission to protect communities by rigorously enforcing immigration laws and removing individuals with dangerous criminal backgrounds.