ELKINS, WEST VIRGINIA – A 49-year-old Mexican national faces up to two years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000 after allegedly reentering the country illegally.
Jose Catarino Feregrino-Resendez, a citizen of Mexico, was indicted by a federal grand jury in Elkins, West Virginia, for an immigration violation. U.S. Attorney Bill Powell announced the indictment on [date].
The indictment alleges that Feregrino-Resendez reentered the country in April 2019 in Harrison County, West Virginia, after being removed once before.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Andrew R. Cogar is prosecuting the case on behalf of the government. The FBI and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) investigated the matter.
An indictment is merely an accusation, and Feregrino-Resendez is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
The sentence imposed will be based on the seriousness of the offense and Feregrino-Resendez’s prior criminal history, if any, according to the U.S. Federal Sentencing Guidelines.
The case highlights the ongoing efforts to combat immigration-related crimes. Feregrino-Resendez’s alleged actions demonstrate the importance of enforcing immigration laws and holding individuals accountable for violating them.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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