Naco, Arizona - Brian A. Terry Station Border Patrol agents arrested a previously deported Mexican national late Tuesday afternoon after he re-entered the U.S. illegally east of Naco.
Agents learned during records checks that the subject, 25-year-old Jose Hernandez-Martinez, was convicted in Windom, Minnesota, for criminal sexual conduct in 2011 and sentenced to one year of confinement.
Hernandez will remain in federal custody to face charges for re-entering the U.S. as an aggravated felon.
All persons apprehended by the Border Patrol undergo criminal history checks using biometrics to ensure illegal immigrants with criminal histories are positively identified.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials welcome assistance from the community. Citizens can report suspicious activity to the Border Patrol and remain anonymous by calling 1-877-872-7435 toll free.