Infamous "Most Wanted" Colombian Gang Leader Nabbed In Texas After Entering ILLEGALLY

This arrest was a joint operation between Homeland Security agents and state and local authorities. Following his capture, Pirela was handed over to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Pirela, 29, was a prominent figure on INTERPOL's top 10 most wanted list. He is wanted in Colombia for his alleged involvement in at least four homicides, in addition to charges of drug trafficking and extortion. Pirela had been residing in the United States since January, having claimed political asylum.

March 20, 2024

NBC15 reported that Pirela successfully escaped Colombia last year, journeying through Central America to reach the Mexico-U.S. border. Upon gaining entry into the U.S., he and his gang affiliates reportedly set up operations within a migrant shelter.

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Authorities were alerted to Pirela's activities on January 27, triggering a manhunt.

Fox News conveyed the hopes of Bogotá's mayor and police force that national law enforcement will ensure Pirela's imprisonment and prevent him from continuing his criminal activities from behind bars.

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Mark Morgan, the former head of customs and border protection, discussed Pirela's case during an interview with The National Desk. He stated, "The reality is every time Secretary Mayorkas or anybody from this administration tells the American people that we properly vet everyone before we release them is just a lie."

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Morgan further criticized the current administration, stating, "They're provided a false sense of security that doesn't exist." He pointed out the lack of diplomatic relationships with many countries from which illegal aliens are entering the U.S., resulting in a lack of information regarding their criminal history. He concluded by suggesting that such incidents are a daily occurrence due to the administration's reinstatement of the 'catch and release' policy.