Chief Patrol Agent Rosario Pete Flores reports a March 13 arrest near Bellingham. The individual is now facing removal proceedings. (border Patrol)
BELLINGHAM, Wash. — Federal agents made another targeted immigration arrest in Whatcom County this week, according to U.S. Border Patrol.
Chief Patrol Agent Rosario Pete Flores said Blaine Sector targeted enforcement agents arrested Dionisio Perez-Hernandez, a Mexican citizen, on March 13 near Bellingham.
Prior Arrest Noted in Bellingham targeted immigration arrest
According to U.S. Border Patrol, Perez-Hernandez has a prior arrest for driving under the influence.
Officials say Perez-Hernandez is now in custody and is being processed for removal proceedings.
No further information has been provided regarding detention location or timeline for immigration court proceedings.
Continued Enforcement Activity In Whatcom County
This marks the latest in a series of recent immigration enforcement actions reported by Blaine Sector agents across the region.
These arrests add to a recent series of ICE enforcement actions across western Washington.
Blaine Sector continues to highlight arrests involving foreign nationals with prior criminal histories. The agency often works with ICE and other federal partners.
Officials did not release additional court details in these cases.
Removal proceedings are civil immigration cases. They determine whether someone can remain in the United States.
Federal agencies have not released custody details or hearing dates.
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