Illegal Venezuelan Tren de Aragua Gang Members Operating in 22 U.S. States
Recent reports indicate that among the more than 14 million illegal border crossers recorded during the Biden administration, a significant number of violent Venezuelan Tren de Aragua (TdA) prison gang members have entered the United States illegally.
Law enforcement records and statements confirm that TdA-linked crimes and arrests have been documented in 22 U.S. states, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, and more. The gang is notorious for engaging in violent activities such as murder, kidnapping, extortion, and human and drug trafficking. Over 100 law enforcement investigations across the country are linked to TdA members.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is actively seeking 600 suspected TdA members and individuals of interest who are believed to be in the country illegally. While TdA presence is suspected in almost all states, local law enforcement agencies are working to confirm these reports.
Regional Activities
West: TdA members have been apprehended in states like Arizona, California, and Utah. Federal agents in New Mexico arrested TdA fugitives wanted for serious crimes in Texas.
Midwest: TdA members have been arrested in Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri for various violent offenses. Ohio law enforcement is investigating a multi-state ATM theft operation involving the gang.
Gulf States: TdA members have been detained in Texas and Louisiana, with Louisiana authorities uncovering a sex trafficking ring spanning multiple states.
Southeast: Arrests of TdA members have taken place in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, with charges ranging from felonies to terrorism-related offenses.
Northeast: TdA members have been arrested in New Jersey and New York for violent crimes, including a recent murder in Connecticut.
While social media reports may sometimes confuse TdA with other criminal groups, law enforcement agencies are actively working to identify and apprehend TdA members across the country.
Conclusion
Both TdA and other criminal organizations have exploited weak border security measures to enter the U.S. illegally. The Trump administration has identified these individuals as top targets for removal, and efforts are ongoing to combat their criminal activities.
It is crucial for federal and state agencies to work together to address the growing threat posed by TdA and similar gangs operating within the country.
Original Source: The Center Square
