SPOKANE, Wash. – The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Washington announced charges against five individuals for illegally re-entering the United States after deportation. These charges are separate from civil immigration enforcement, the district said in a release.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office said these individuals, all Mexican nationals, have prior criminal records and were previously removed from the U.S.:
Pablo Carmona-Carmona, 47, faces charges of child molestation in Yakima. Previously convicted of DUI, he has been deported twice.
Rodolfo Cortes-Sorroza, 38, was arrested in Klickitat County for residential burglary and failure to appear, with prior convictions for assault and burglary.
Alfredo Ventura-Gutierrez, also known as Jose Ventura Dias, 48, faces rape charges in Wapato. Previously convicted of domestic violence and DUI, he has been deported twice.
Carlos Antonio Moran-Arce, 52, was arrested in Yakima for hit and run and harassment, with prior convictions for illegal re-entry.
Raul Partida-Farias, 50, faces charges in Benton County for DUI and possession of a stolen vehicle. He was previously convicted for firearm possession and assault.
Assistant United States Attorney Letitia A. Sikes is prosecuting the cases.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office emphasized that these indictments serve national security and deter future illegal conduct. They stated that all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
