Ewart Henry Guilty of False Citizenship Claim

Ewart Henry, a 71-year-old Jamaican national, has pleaded guilty to making a false claim of United States citizenship in federal court on St. Thomas, USVI. According to Acting United States Attorney Joycelyn Hewlett, Henry admitted to knowingly providing a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer with a Connecticut state identification card to falsely represent himself as a United States citizen.

The plea agreement filed with the court reveals that Henry intentionally attempted to deceive CBP officers about his citizenship status. This serious offense has significant implications for national security and the integrity of the US immigration system. By pleading guilty, Henry has acknowledged the severity of his actions and will now face the consequences of his decision.

Henry’s case was investigated by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The prosecution was handled by Assistant United States Attorney Sigrid M. Tejo-Sprotte. The court proceedings were overseen by District Judge Curtis V. Gomez, who has ordered Henry to be detained pending further proceedings.

The sentence for Henry’s crime will be determined at a later date, with a maximum penalty of three years in prison and a $250,000 fine. The sentencing hearing is scheduled for October 5, 2017. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining the integrity of the US immigration system and the need for vigilant enforcement of immigration laws.

The US Attorney’s Office and law enforcement agencies involved in this case have demonstrated their commitment to protecting the United States from those who would seek to exploit or deceive the system. By pursuing and prosecuting cases like this, they help to ensure that the rights and privileges of US citizenship are reserved for those who have earned them through lawful means.

In conclusion, the guilty plea entered by Ewart Henry in federal court on St. Thomas, USVI, marks an important step in the pursuit of justice for this serious offense. As the case moves forward, it will be closely watched by those interested in immigration law enforcement and the protection of US national security. With a potential sentence of three years in prison and a $250,000 fine, Henry will soon face the full consequences of his actions.

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