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USVI: Jamaican National Charged with Illegal Re-entry
ST. THOMAS, USVI – A shocking case of illegal re-entry has come to light in the US Virgin Islands, with Veron Venita Goulbourne, 60, a Jamaican national, facing a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison if convicted.
According to court documents, Goulbourne was previously removed from the United States in March 2000, after she was convicted of an aggravated felony. The documents further reveal that on April 24, 2022, Goulbourne was a ticketed passenger on a flight from St. Thomas to Miami, FL. When she presented herself at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection primary inspection point at Cyril E. King Airport, officers determined that she had no legal status in the United States having been previously removed.
Goulbourne, a Jamaican national, has been charged with being present in the United States after removal and conviction for an aggravated felony. This serious offense carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison.
The case is being investigated by Homeland Security Investigations, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Adam Sleeper prosecuting the case. United States Attorney Delia L. Smith has issued a statement reminding the public that a criminal complaint is merely a formal charging document and is not evidence of guilt. Every defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
In this case, Goulbourne is facing a serious charge that carries significant penalties. If convicted, she will face a maximum of 20 years in prison. The case is a stark reminder of the importance of immigration laws and the consequences of violating them.
As the investigation unfolds, Goulbourne will have the opportunity to defend herself against the charges. However, the gravity of the offense and the potential penalties make this a serious case that warrants close attention.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
Mandatory Facts:
Defendant: Veron Venita Goulbourne, 60, Jamaican national
Criminal Charges: Being present in the United States after removal and conviction for an aggravated felony
City and State: St. Thomas, USVI
Exact Date: April 24, 2022
Sentence or Outcome: Maximum penalty of 20 years in prison if convicted
Key Facts
- State: Virgin Islands
- Category: Violent Crime|Human Trafficking|White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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