Brothers of Venezuelan Migrant Tied to Gang

In a developing story, the suspect in the murder of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley, Jose Ibarra, 26, is reportedly connected to the Tren de Aragua gang, a violent organization originating from Venezuela. Recent investigations by Homeland Security have revealed that both of Ibarra's brothers, Argenis, 24, and Diego, 29, are also suspected members of this gang, which has been implicated in various criminal activities across the United States. Argenis Ibarra was identified as an active member of Tren de Aragua as early as June, while Diego Ibarra was arrested for possessing a fraudulent green card, which he allegedly used to secure employment at the University of Georgia. He has since pleaded guilty to charges related to the possession of fake documents. Sources indicate that the Ibarra brothers have been involved in a range of criminal activities, drawing comparisons to the early days of the notorious MS-13 gang in the U.S. The Ibarra brothers entered the United States through different points along the border, with Jose crossing illegally into El Paso, Texas, on September 8, 2022, alongside his girlfriend and her young son. Diego crossed the same day but was expelled back to Mexico shortly thereafter. The gang's activities reportedly include burglaries and card skimming, with a trend of expanding operations into larger urban areas. As investigations continue, authorities are closely monitoring the gang's movements and potential threats to public safety.