ICE's #FridayFive | July 26 , 2019

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) sent this bulletin at 07/26/2019 03:45 PM EDT

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HSI | Yuma special agents seize $4 million in narcotics

Meth and cocaine seized; suspect arrested

Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Yuma special agents arrested Alejandro Escobar-Rivera, 51, and seized 221.22 lbs. of methamphetamine and 5.0 lbs. of cocaine with a combined approximate street value of nearly $4.1 million in a targeted enforcement action. Learn more.

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ERO | Turkish man removed from the U.S.

Man convicted of violating economic sanctions against Iran

On July 23, Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) officers removed Mehmet Hakan Atilla, 48, who was convicted in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York of conspiracy, bank fraud and money laundering, in violation of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. Learn more.
Cross Check

 

ERO | Newark officers arrests Mexican national in country illegally

Man charged for causing death while driving without license

ERO Newark officers arrested a Mexican national charged by the Egg Harbor Township Police Department in New Jersey for causing death while driving without a license, a 3rd degree felony. Jorge Rodriguez-Saldana, 30, was driving a vehicle that struck a grandmother and her two grandchildren, killing a seven-year-old child and critically injuring the grandmother. Learn more.
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Careers | Follow us on LinkedIn

With so many opportunities at ICE, there’s a lot to learn

Did you know that ICE is on LinkedIn?  Follow us to see the latest job announcements, learn about the agency, and more! ICE's homeland security mission is carried out by a wide variety of law enforcement, intelligence and mission support professionals – all of whom contribute to the safety and security of our country.
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ICE | Acting Director Albence testifies at budget hearing

AD Albence addresses House Appropriations Committee

The acting ICE Director Albence testified Thursday afternoon before the House Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on Homeland Security, at a hearing titled, “ICE Oversight Hearing.” In his testimony, he highlighted the humanitarian crisis at the southwest border and the necessary resources and funding needed for the agency fulfill its mission. Read his written testimony.