CLEVELAND, OH – Two Mexican nationals are facing federal charges in Ohio after being caught back inside the United States despite previous deportations, according to a statement released by U.S. Attorney Carole S. Rendon. The cases, while separate, highlight the ongoing struggle to secure the border and address repeat immigration violations.
Belino Selgado-Cantu, 36, is accused of illegally re-entering the country after being deported to Mexico in 2013. Authorities discovered him in Cleveland, though details surrounding his activities within the city remain scarce. The indictment doesn’t specify what brought him back across the border, leaving questions about his motivations and potential connections unanswered.
Separately, Baltazar Bautista-Hernandez, 37, is facing similar charges. He was previously deported to Mexico in 2010 and was found in Willard, Ohio. Like Selgado-Cantu, the indictment provides no information regarding Bautista-Hernandez’s reasons for returning or any alleged criminal activity beyond the illegal re-entry itself.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Karrie D. Howard is prosecuting both cases, building on investigations conducted by the U.S. Border Patrol and the Department of Homeland Security. Federal agents have been increasingly focused on tracking down and prosecuting individuals who repeatedly violate immigration laws, viewing them as a potential threat to national security and a drain on resources.
If convicted, both Belino Selgado-Cantu and Baltazar Bautista-Hernandez face sentencing determined by the court. The judge will consider a range of factors, including any prior criminal record, the specific details of their re-entry, and the nature of the offense. While the statutory maximum sentence exists, it’s generally understood that sentences are often less severe.
It’s crucial to remember that an indictment is merely an accusation. Both men are presumed innocent and are entitled to a full and fair trial. The government bears the burden of proving their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, and they will have the opportunity to present a defense. The Grimy Times will continue to follow these cases as they progress through the federal court system, bringing you the unvarnished truth about crime in America.
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Key Facts
- State: Ohio
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Organized Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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