Repeat Offender Figueroa Rosario Nabbed for 3rd Illegal Re-entry

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Oscar Figueroa Rosario, 41, a citizen of Mexico with a history of ignoring U.S. immigration law, is back in federal custody. U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Figueroa Rosario has been charged with re-entry of a removed alien, a federal felony carrying a maximum penalty of ten years in prison and a $250,000 fine. This isn’t his first rodeo – it’s his third time being charged with illegally sneaking back into the country after being deported.

The latest incident unfolded on August 1, 2025, at the Peace Bridge Port of Entry. Figueroa Rosario was a passenger in a vehicle that inexplicably made a wrong turn towards Canada, bringing it to the attention of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers. A check of his records revealed he’d been previously ordered removed from the United States and already boasts two prior felony convictions for the same offense: illegal re-entry. He had no legal authorization to be on U.S. soil.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Fauzia K. Mattingly, leading the prosecution, isn’t buying any excuses. Sources within the U.S. Attorney’s office tell Grimy Times that the government intends to pursue the maximum sentence, citing Figueroa Rosario’s blatant disregard for the law and the strain placed on border security resources. This case isn’t just about one man; it’s about sending a message.

Federal officials are framing this arrest as part of “Operation Take Back America,” a sweeping nationwide initiative spearheaded by the Department of Justice. The stated goals? To “repel the invasion of illegal immigration,” dismantle cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect communities from violent crime. Critics argue it’s a politically charged label, but the DOJ is doubling down on its hard-line stance.

Figueroa Rosario made an initial appearance before U.S. Magistrate Judge H. Kenneth Schroeder, Jr., and was promptly detained pending further proceedings. He’s considered a flight risk, given his demonstrated willingness to circumvent immigration laws. The investigation was conducted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, under the direction of Director of Field Operations Rose Brophy.

Important Note: An indictment or criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Figueroa Rosario is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. However, his repeated violations suggest a pattern of behavior that the government is taking seriously. Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates as they become available.