Grimy Times has learned that Edy Garcia-Banegas, a 32-year-old Honduran citizen, was sentenced to six months in prison for illegal re-entry into the United States.
According to court records, Garcia-Banegas was found in the United States on December 14, 2017, after having been previously deported on multiple occasions.
The crime of illegal re-entry is a serious offense that carries significant penalties. In this case, U.S. District Judge Ivan L.R. Lemelle sentenced Garcia-Banegas to 6 months incarceration, to be followed by 1 year of supervised release and ordered to pay a $100,000 fine.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana, led by U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans, praised the work of the United States Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement in investigating this matter.
Assistant United States Attorney Irene González is in charge of the prosecution. The case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement agencies to combat illegal immigration and protect national security.
Garcia-Banegas’s sentence serves as a reminder of the consequences of violating U.S. immigration laws. The case also underscores the importance of cooperation between federal agencies in enforcing immigration laws.
Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: Violent Crime|Human Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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