ICE San Diego arrests previously removed Mexican national with criminal history

SAN DIEGO - On May 15, during enforcement operations, ERO San Diego arrested Jesus Bahena, a 49-year-old Mexican citizen. Bahena’s criminal history includes convictions for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, obstructing law enforcement, and dissuading a witness. Despite multiple removals from the US, Bahena has re-entered the country without admission or parole and has been found illegally residing within the US, continuing to violate federal laws and poses a threat to the community.

Following his arrest, Bahena was served with a notice of intent to reinstate his previous removal order. His case has been accepted for prosecution under Title 8, U.S. Code, Section 1326. He was subsequently taken into custody by the Bureau of Prisons pending his arraignment before a U.S. magistrate judge.

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