Luis Enrique Guevara, a 45-year-old former deputy constable from Cameron County, Texas, has been ordered to serve 15 months in federal prison for his role in human trafficking. The punishment was handed down by U.S. District Judge Nelva Gonzales Ramos, who also ordered Guevara to serve three years of supervised release following his prison term.
According to court documents, Guevara was arrested on April 9, 2015, after a traffic stop by a Robstown Police officer who pulled him over for speeding. At the time of the arrest, Guevara claimed to be a former police officer from Cameron County and a former narcotics officer with the Los Fresnos Police Department.
During questioning, Guevara admitted to transporting three illegal aliens in a Nissan Pathfinder. He also revealed that he had transported illegal aliens several times prior and was paid $2,500 per person. Guevara was a reserve deputy constable in Cameron County at the time of his arrest, but he no longer holds that position.
The investigation into Guevara’s activities was led by Homeland Security Investigations, with assistance from the Robstown Police Department. The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Chad W. Cowan.
U.S. Attorney Kenneth Magidson announced the conviction in a statement, saying that Guevara’s actions were a serious breach of public trust. “Luis Enrique Guevara’s betrayal of the public’s trust is a stark reminder of the importance of holding those in positions of authority accountable for their actions,” Magidson said.
Guevara is currently being held in custody pending transfer to a U.S. Bureau of Prisons facility to be determined in the near future. The U.S. Attorney’s Office emphasized that human trafficking is a serious crime that carries severe penalties, and that those who engage in such activities will be held accountable.
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Key Facts
- State: Texas
- Category: Human Trafficking|Public Corruption
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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