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Ezequiel Lara-Reyes, a 27-year-old Honduran national, was found in Tangipahoa Parish on April 15, 2026, and subsequently charged with illegal entry into the United States. Lara-Reyes, an illegal alien, allegedly avoided examination and inspection by U.S. immigration officials, violating Title 8, United States Code, Section 1325(a). The incident occurred in Louisiana, and Lara-Reyes now faces federal charges.
The charge against Lara-Reyes carries a maximum penalty of 6 months of imprisonment, up to a $5,000 fine, up to one year of supervised release, and a $10 mandatory special assessment fee. This case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative aimed at combating illegal immigration and transnational crime.
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) investigated the matter, with Special Assistant United States Attorney Rick Veters overseeing the prosecution. U.S. Attorney David I. Courcelle praised the work of ICE in investigating this case, which is a significant step in the Department of Justice’s efforts to repel the invasion of illegal immigration.
Lara-Reyes’ case highlights the ongoing issue of illegal entry into the United States and the government’s efforts to address it. As part of Operation Take Back America, the Department of Justice is working to streamline efforts and resources to combat transnational crime and protect communities from violent crime.
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📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Organized Crime
- Defendant: Louisiana
- Location: LA
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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