Gelacio Macias-Olivares Sentenced

A Mexican national, Gelacio Macias-Olivares, 42, has been sentenced to 21 months in prison for illegally reentering the United States after being convicted of a felony crime. Macias-Olivares was found by law enforcement in Lebanon, Ohio, in April.

According to the DOJ USAO, Macias-Olivares has three prior felony convictions for illegal reentry of a removed alien, with his prior convictions occurring in the Western District of Texas, Southern District of Texas, and the District of Arizona. His most recent deportation was from Texas in April 2020.

The sentence was imposed on September 25 by Senior U.S. District Court Judge Susan J. Dlott. Dominick S. Gerace, United States Attorney for the Southern District of Ohio, and Kevin Raycraft, Acting Field Office Director, ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Detroit Field Office, announced the sentence.

Assistant United States Attorney Ebunoluwa Taiwo represented the United States in this case. The prosecution of Macias-Olivares is a result of the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies to combat illegal reentry and protect national security.

The case of Gelacio Macias-Olivares serves as a reminder of the consequences of illegally reentering the United States after being deported. The sentence imposed on Macias-Olivares reflects the seriousness of his offense and the need to uphold the rule of law.

The Southern District of Ohio has seen a number of cases involving illegal reentry in recent years, with many defendants receiving significant prison sentences. The sentencing of Macias-Olivares is a continuation of this trend and demonstrates the commitment of law enforcement agencies to enforcing immigration laws.

In a statement, United States Attorney Dominick S. Gerace emphasized the importance of enforcing immigration laws to protect public safety and national security. The sentencing of Gelacio Macias-Olivares is a testament to the dedication of law enforcement agencies to upholding the law and ensuring that those who break it are held accountable.