BUFFALO, N.Y. – A shocking case of hiring illegal aliens has come to light, with Jose Sanchez-Ocampo, 37, of Buffalo, NY, pleading guilty to conspiracy to unlawfully employ 10 illegal aliens in a 12-month period.
The charge carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and $250,000 fine. Sanchez-Ocampo, the manager of Don Tequila Restaurant on Allen Street in Buffalo, hired at least 10 illegal aliens to work at Don Tequila and other restaurants.
The plea is the result of an investigation by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations, under the direction of Acting Special Agent-in-Charge Kevin Kelly and the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance.
Sentencing is scheduled for April 20, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. before Chief U.S. District Judge Frank P. Geraci, Jr.
Sanchez-Ocampo’s actions have sparked outrage in the community, with many calling for stricter laws to prevent the exploitation of illegal aliens. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of enforcing immigration laws and protecting the rights of all workers.
The investigation and subsequent plea deal are a testament to the commitment of law enforcement agencies to protecting the integrity of the workforce and upholding the law.
Defendant: Jose Sanchez-Ocampo
Criminal Charges: Conspiracy to unlawfully employ 10 illegal aliens in a 12-month period
City and State: Buffalo, NY
Exact Date: April 20, 2017
Sentence or Outcome: Plea deal, sentencing scheduled for April 20, 2017
Dollar Amounts: $250,000 fine
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Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: Human Trafficking|Violent Crime|White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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