Tren de Aragua gang member arrested in Palm Beach Florida

newsweek.com December 11, 2024, 07:01 PM UTC

A member of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua was arrested in Palm Beach, Florida, near Donald Trump's home. The suspect, an illegal immigrant with a history of assault, was detained by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers. Tren de Aragua's presence in the U.S. has increased, with confirmed activity in at least nine states. The gang, originally a prison group, is linked to various crimes, including drug trafficking and violent assaults. The arrest comes amid ongoing concerns about gang activity and border security. Critics have pointed to the Biden administration's policies as contributing factors to the gang's expansion in the U.S.


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