TAMPA, FLORIDA – Kenthen Lavardo Swain, a 39-year-old national of The Bahamas, is facing serious federal charges after being indicted for illegally re-entering the United States. United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe announced the indictment today, detailing a pattern of disregard for U.S. immigration law and a criminal past that makes Swain a clear threat.
According to court documents, Swain was discovered voluntarily present in the United States on or about May 16, 2025. This isn’t his first rodeo. The indictment alleges Swain has been removed from the U.S. three prior times, and entered the country this time without the express consent of either the Attorney General or the Secretary of Homeland Security – a clear violation of federal law. He’s a repeat offender, and the feds are done playing games.
The charges against Swain are particularly damning due to his extensive criminal history. Prior to his latest unlawful entry, Swain racked up multiple felony convictions, including possession of controlled substances with intent to sell or deliver. This isn’t just about breaking immigration law; it’s about bringing a convicted drug dealer back onto American streets. The indictment doesn’t pull punches, laying out a clear case of an aggravated felon flouting the law.
If convicted on all counts, Swain is looking at a maximum sentence of 20 years behind federal bars. That’s a hefty price to pay for repeatedly ignoring deportation orders and attempting to circumvent U.S. law. While an indictment is merely an accusation, the evidence presented will undoubtedly paint a grim picture for the defense.
The investigation into Swain’s illegal re-entry was spearheaded by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Enforcement Removal Operations (ERO). Assistant United States Attorney Jeff Chang will be handling the prosecution, ensuring Swain faces the full weight of federal justice. This isn’t a standalone case; it’s part of something bigger.
This prosecution falls under “Operation Take Back America,” a nationwide initiative designed to crack down on illegal immigration, dismantle cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect American communities from violent crime. The operation leverages the resources of both the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETFs) and Project Safe Neighborhood (PSN) – a full-scale assault on criminal activity. Swain’s case serves as a stark warning: repeat offenders will be pursued, prosecuted, and locked up.
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Key Facts
- State: Florida
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Organized Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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