Five Migrants Arrested for Sexual Assault in Nantucket
- Five illegal immigrants were arrested in Nantucket, Massachusetts, during an ICE operation.
- Among those arrested were individuals charged with serious offenses, including sexual assault and child rape.
- The arrests raise concerns about public safety and the presence of convicted criminals among illegal immigrants in the U.S.
In early October 2023, five illegal immigrants were arrested in Nantucket, Massachusetts, during a multi-day operation led by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Among those apprehended was Angel Deras-Mejia, a 30-year-old member of the MS-13 gang, charged with sexually assaulting a woman in her home. The operation also resulted in the arrest of Felix Alberto Perez-Gomez, a Guatemalan national, for indecent assault, and two Salvadoran men, aged 49 and 28, for separate child rape incidents. Additionally, a Brazilian man was arrested for sexual assault. The arrests highlight a broader issue concerning the presence of illegal immigrants with criminal backgrounds in the United States. A recent report indicated that over 425,000 convicted criminals, including those guilty of violent crimes, are not being detained by law enforcement. This situation has raised concerns about public safety, particularly in affluent areas like Nantucket, where such crimes are less common. Former President Donald Trump criticized the current administration for its handling of border security, claiming that thousands of convicted criminals have entered the country without being detained. He emphasized the risks posed to American citizens due to the perceived lax immigration policies. The sting operation in Nantucket underscores the ongoing debate over immigration enforcement and the challenges faced by law enforcement in managing illegal immigration and associated criminal activities. The arrests serve as a reminder of the complexities surrounding immigration policy and public safety.