Lukeville, Arizona - Ajo Station Border Patrol agents apprehended two male Mexican nationals Thursday morning near Lukeville and later discovered one was convicted in California of sexual intercourse with a minor under 18.
Agents made the discovery while processing 39-year-old Jose Real-Beltran and another Mexican national illegally present in the United States. Criminal records revealed Real-Beltran was convicted in 2003 in Compton, California, and sentenced to one year in jail and five years of probation.
Real-Beltran now faces criminal prosecution for re-entry as a felon, and both men face charges for immigration violations.
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.