Paulino Velasquez-Hernandez/Mexico/DUI, Cocaine Possession

Paulino Velasquez-Hernandez, a citizen of Mexico and an illegal alien in the United States, was recently arrested by ICE San Antonio officers during enforcement actions targeting individuals with significant criminal histories. Velasquez-Hernandez has established a concerning pattern of criminal behavior while residing in the country unlawfully, contributing to his priority status for immigration enforcement.

Records indicate that Velasquez-Hernandez has been convicted twice for driving under the influence of alcohol. Such offenses, while sometimes categorized as misdemeanors, are viewed with heightened concern by immigration authorities due to the potential risks they pose to public safety, including the threat of injury or loss of life on the roads. In addition to his DUI convictions, Velasquez-Hernandez was also convicted for possession of cocaine, a controlled substance offense that underscores his involvement with illicit drugs and raises further public safety and legal concerns.

ICE officers located and apprehended Velasquez-Hernandez as part of ongoing efforts to identify and remove criminal aliens who have violated both U.S. immigration laws and criminal statutes. Following his arrest, Velasquez-Hernandez was placed into immigration detention, where he remains pending the outcome of his removal proceedings before an immigration judge.

His case illustrates the commitment of immigration authorities to address individuals who not only violate immigration laws but also engage in criminal conduct that threatens community safety. Velasquez-Hernandez’s future in the United States will be determined through the immigration court process, where his criminal convictions will weigh heavily on any decision regarding his continued presence in the country.