ICE officials emphasized that the operation was designed to remove high-risk individuals from the community
422 Arrested in Houston Sweep
ICE cracks down on illegal immigration, arrested 422 in Houston during a week-long operation, targeting criminals and fugitives. ICE has intensified its immigration enforcement efforts, conducting a week-long operation in Houston that led to the arrest of 422 illegal immigrants. The operation, which ran from May 4 to May 10, 2025, focused on removing criminals and fugitives who pose a threat to public safety.
According to ICE officials, 296 of the arrested individuals had criminal records, including convictions for homicide, sexual assault, drug trafficking, and aggravated assault. The operation also resulted in 528 deportations, with ICE utilizing a fast-track removal system to process individuals within 24-72 hours.
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Key Arrests and Criminal Profiles
Among the notable arrests during the operation were:
- A 46-year-old Colombian national, convicted of homicide, arrested on May 7.
- A 40-year-old Mexican national, previously deported three times, convicted of arson, aggravated assault, and illegal firearm discharge, arrested on May 8.
- A 72-year-old Mexican national, convicted of homicide, robbery, and assault, arrested on May 6.
- A 45-year-old Mexican national, convicted of sexual exploitation of a minor, arrested on May 5.
ICE officials emphasized that the operation was designed to remove high-risk individuals from the community, ensuring public safety and law enforcement efficiency.
ICE’s Fast-Track Deportation System
ICE has implemented a new deportation strategy, allowing for rapid removal of illegal immigrants. The “hub and spoke” system ensures that individuals with final removal orders are transferred to designated hubs, where they are deported within 24-72 hours.
ICE Houston Field Office Director Bret Bradford stated:
“We can arrest an individual in the morning, process them in the afternoon, and have them on a removal flight by evening. This system saves taxpayer money and enhances efficiency.”
Public Safety and Law Enforcement Collaboration
The operation was conducted in partnership with multiple agencies, including:
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
- Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
DEA Houston Division Acting Special Agent William Kimbell reinforced the mission:
“Illegal activities breed further crime. Our collaborative efforts ensure that dangerous criminals are removed from our streets, making communities safer.”
Conclusion
ICE’s Houston operation, resulting in 422 arrests and 528 deportations, underscores the government’s commitment to immigration enforcement and public safety. With criminal fugitives removed from communities, law enforcement agencies continue to strengthen border security efforts.
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