In a clear demonstration of border security vigilance, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Progreso Port of Entry apprehended Arnoldo Jaramillo, a man wanted for a severe crime against a minor in New Mexico. According to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection news release, the arrest took place on June 24 as officers conducted their duties at the Donna International Bridge, where Jaramillo was referred for a secondary inspection.
The 22-year-old U.S. citizen's identity and outstanding warrant for the rape of a child were confirmed through biometric verification, a tool that continued to bolster law enforcement's ability to protect and serve, a warrant that was issued by the Carlsbad Police Department; "Our frontline CBP officers continue to maintain resolute vigilance in screening arriving travelers and that mission dedication yielded the apprehension of a man wanted in connection with a sex crime involving a child," Port Director Michael Martinez commented reflecting the importance of border officers' work in ensuring community safety. After the discovery, Jaramillo was handed over to local law enforcement for further legal processing, as stated by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection's National Crime Information Center (NCIC) plays a crucial role in these apprehensions by providing a centralized database to share information regarding outstanding warrants and other criminal offenses across numerous law enforcement agencies. U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers have utilized National Crime Information Center information in the past to arrest individuals on a variety of charges including homicide, escape, money laundering, robbery, narcotics distribution, sexual child abuse, fraud, larceny, and military desertion, showcasing their broad commitment to intercepting criminal activity at the nation's borders.
