Kevin Fernandez-Aguiniga/Mexico/Theft

Kevin Fernandez-Aguiniga, a citizen of Mexico and an illegal alien present in the United States, was arrested by ICE Salt Lake City officers as part of ongoing operations to identify and detain individuals with criminal records who are unlawfully in the country. Fernandez-Aguiniga does not hold any legal status that permits him to remain in the U.S., making him subject to removal proceedings under federal immigration laws.

Fernandez-Aguiniga’s criminal history includes a conviction for theft by receiving stolen property, a crime involving knowingly accepting, possessing, or concealing property obtained through theft. Offenses of this nature carry significant legal consequences, as they often indicate involvement in broader criminal activity, such as organized theft rings, fraud schemes, or trafficking in stolen goods. Theft-related crimes can undermine community trust and economic stability, leading law enforcement agencies to prioritize such offenders for removal when they are found to be in the country unlawfully.

ICE officers apprehended Fernandez-Aguiniga without incident following investigative work to locate him and verify his criminal background. After his arrest, he was placed into ICE custody, where he will remain pending the outcome of removal proceedings before an immigration judge. These proceedings will determine whether Fernandez-Aguiniga will be deported to Mexico due to his conviction and unlawful presence in the United States.

The arrest highlights ICE’s commitment to enforcing immigration laws against individuals who pose a risk to public safety and the security of American communities. By focusing resources on criminal aliens, ICE aims to prevent further criminal conduct and maintain the integrity of U.S. immigration systems.