Houston’s Southern District filed 200 immigration and border security cases in the first week of 2026, targeting illegal entry, felony reentry, and human smuggling.
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2 and 8, authorities charged 117 people with felony reentry after removal and 70 with illegal entry. Many defendants have prior felony convictions related to narcotics, violent crime, and immigration offenses. The cases also include nine individuals charged with human smuggling and others facing firearms-related charges. One case involves Mexican national Daniel Enrique Rangel-Quezada, who was found near Garciasville with a firearm and a gunshot wound. He faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted of illegal firearm possession.Two other defendants, Juan Dimas-Sosa and Audelio Rios-Castillo, were apprehended near McAllen after previously being removed from the U.S. Both face felony reentry charges carrying penalties of up to 20 years. Additionally, Danny Nunez of Laredo was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for his role in a cartel-linked human smuggling conspiracy that transported over 1,900 illegal aliens. The court noted the extensive scope and sophistication of the operation. These cases are part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide Department of Justice effort to address illegal immigration, dismantle criminal organizations, and enhance community safety.Holly joined the KPRC 2 digital team in March 2024, leveraging her eight years of expertise in blogging and digital content to share her passion for Houston. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the city's vibrant scenes, all while balancing her roles as a wife and mother to two toddlers.Here's what we're talking about Sunday morning!Texas jerky stand goes viral and orders won’t stop coming, thanks to Katy man’s video'Looking to shoot somebody': Search underway for 2 men accused of murdering woman on METRO busThe scene where a woman was fatally shot in Houston. Suspects remain at large.Police search for 2 suspects accused of shooting woman on METRO bus in west Houston
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