Major federal law enforcement raids in Kentucky have taken down dozens of dangerous illegal aliens and executed a large-scale deportation operation.
81 illegal aliens were arrested in a four-day sweep as part of “Operation Take Back America.”
As reported by Breitbart, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Kentucky confirmed that 25 of those arrested are now facing serious federal criminal charges.
The crackdown, based out of Louisville, saw immigration enforcement officers detaining individuals from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Cuba, India, and Palau.
Among them, 25 are now charged with crimes such as unlawful reentry, illegal firearm possession, and drug-related offenses.
Illegal aliens without criminal charges are currently in ICE custody, awaiting deportation proceedings.
U.S. Attorney Michael A. Bennett praised the joint effort, stating:
“I commend the work of our federal law enforcement partners, prosecutors, and support personnel who worked tirelessly to make this operation a success.
“The aggressive investigation and prosecution of those who violate immigration laws positively impacts the security of our communities and of the Nation.”
Several individuals now face substantial prison time for their alleged crimes.
Among the arrests were repeat offenders who have reentered the U.S. illegally despite previous deportations,