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Dominican Republic National Sentenced for Illegal Reentry
Gustavo Adolfo Jimenez Polanco, 30, a Dominican Republic National, was sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison for illegally reentering the United States. District Court Judge Curtis V. Gomez also ordered Polanco to serve three years of supervised release and pay a $100 special assessment.
According to court documents, Polanco presented a Florida Driver’s License to an inspector at the Cyril E. King Airport on February 10th. The inspector referred him to secondary inspection, where it was discovered that Polanco was a Dominican Republic National who had been previously deported from the US on July 1, 2014.
This case was investigated by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). Assistant United States Attorney Everard E. Potter prosecuted the case.
U.S. Attorney Gretchen Shappert announced the sentencing, which marked another victory for law enforcement agencies in the US Virgin Islands. The investigation and prosecution of Polanco serve as a reminder of the consequences of violating US immigration laws.
Polanco’s sentence is a stark reminder that reentering the US illegally will be met with severe consequences. The U.S. Attorney’s Office will continue to work tirelessly to protect the citizens of the USVI from threats like Polanco’s.
The Cyril E. King Airport serves as a key entry point for travelers to the USVI, and the Customs and Border Protection agency plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of our community.
The sentencing of Polanco is a testament to the dedication and hard work of law enforcement agencies in the USVI, and we are proud to have them as partners in keeping our community safe.
Key Facts
- State: Virgin Islands
- Category: Immigration Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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