SHERMAN, Texas – The grim halls of justice were once again filled with the sound of a guilty plea. David Antonio Lopez-Hernandez, 43, an El Salvadoran national, has been charged with unlawfully returning to the United States after having been deported.
The indictment, returned by a federal grand jury in the Eastern District of Texas, paints a chilling picture: On April 18, 2025, Lopez-Hernandez was discovered in the Eastern District, having crossed the border once more against the law. This brazen act did not go unnoticed, as the feds wasted no time in bringing him to justice.
This case is part of Operation Take Back America, a relentless campaign by the Department of Justice to quash illegal immigration, dismantle cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and shield communities from violent crime. The initiative coordinates efforts and resources from OCDETFs and PSN, ensuring that no stone is left unturned.
Should Lopez-Hernandez be convicted, he faces up to 2 years in federal prison—a stark reminder of the consequences for defying the laws of the United States. His prosecution is a testament to the unwavering resolve of Homeland Security Investigations and Assistant U.S. Attorney Stevan Buys, who tirelessly pursue justice on behalf of all Americans.
While a federal indictment does not prove guilt, it serves as a stark warning to others who may consider following in Lopez-Hernandez’s footsteps. He is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law, but the charges are serious and the potential sentence dire.
This case is just one more chapter in the ongoing battle against illegal immigration, a fight that requires every ounce of determination and resources at our disposal. The Department of Justice stands firm in its commitment to protect the American people from those who would seek to undermine the rule of law.
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Key Facts
- State: Texas
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime|Sex Crimes|Cybercrime|Public Corruption|Weapons|Human Trafficking|White Collar Crime|Organized Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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