U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) successfully extradited Cecilio Lopez Vasquez, a 40-year-old man wanted for rape in Guatemala, back to his home country on Monday, as confirmed by an ICE report. The individual in question had previously been deported following an illegal entry into the United States, only to re-enter at a later, unspecified date.

According to ICE's news release, Lopez was initially arrested by ICE back in 2006 and was subsequently sent back to Guatemala. His most recent apprehension occurred on December 13, 2024, by the Missouri Highway Patrol for driving under the influence. Following the DUI arrest, ICE took him into custody outside the St. Clair County Courthouse in Osceola, Missouri, on February 13, where the revelation of his wanted status in Guatemala came to light.

ICE Chicago's effort to locate and arrest Lopez was part of a broader mission to enhance community safety and address international criminal activity. The removal operation was coordinated with the Security Alliance for Fugitive Enforcement taskforce in Guatemala, illustrating a commitment to international cooperation in law enforcement.

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