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Border Patrol and Homeland Security Investigations Rescue Illegal Aliens Held Against Their Will

Release Date
Wed, 08/29/2018

LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Sector Border Patrol and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) responded to information leading to the rescue of three illegal aliens held against their will in a local hotel.

Border Patrol, HSI agents rescued three aliens held agains their will at a local hotel in Laredo
Border Patrol, HSI agents rescued three illegal
aliens held against their will at a Laredo hotel.

“This rescue illustrates the close partnership and determination from law enforcement in Laredo to bring to justice those who pose harm and danger to people. We will continue to work together to protect our communities and prevent people from being subjected to dangerous, deplorable situations,” said Laredo Sector Acting Chief Patrol Agent Jason D. Owens.

On August 27, the Laredo Police Department provided information to Border Patrol agents regarding a 911 call from a concerned citizen whose relatives were being held against their will. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Joint Task Force-West, South Texas Corridor, Joint Targeting Team in coordination with Homeland Security Investigations conducted a knock and talk at a hotel.  Agents discovered three illegal aliens being held by two U.S. citizens and recovered a handgun.

The case was turned over to HSI for prosecution.

To report suspicious activity such as alien and/or drug smuggling, download the “USBP Laredo Sector” App or contact the Laredo Sector Border Patrol toll-free at 1-800-343-1994.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and between the official ports of entry. CBP is charged with keeping terrorists and terrorist weapons out of the country while enforcing hundreds of U.S. laws.

Last Modified: Feb 03, 2021