U.S. Marshals in Texas have arrested Hernan Perez Juarez, a 41-year-old Mexican national, who is accused of murdering a woman in Georgetown, Texas, in May 2020. The suspect, known as ‘Patricio Perez,’ was previously deported in 2018 for an immigration violation and had no legal status in the U.S. He allegedly reentered the country before committing the crime, and authorities later found his vehicle abandoned near the Mexico border in Laredo.
The Georgetown Police Department obtained an arrest warrant for Perez Juarez in March 2022, but his whereabouts remained unknown, stalling the case. Recently, an Austin-based task force provided information that led to his arrest in Temple, Texas. The suspect was taken to the Williamson County Jail to await further judicial proceedings. ICE has filed an immigration detainer for Perez Juarez, which will be processed after the judicial review in Williamson County. The Department of Homeland Security has not yet responded to inquiries from Fox News Digital regarding this case.
This arrest highlights the ongoing challenges in tracking individuals who reenter the U.S. illegally following deportation. Law enforcement agencies continue to emphasize the importance of border security and the need for effective immigration enforcement to prevent criminals from escaping justice. The case underscores the complexities of international cooperation in criminal investigations and the significant role of federal agencies like ICE and the U.S. Marshals in apprehending fugitives.
The murder of the woman in Georgetown remains a tragic incident, with authorities confirming the victim was found dead in her bathtub with a deep cut in her lower abdomen. The brutal nature of the crime has prompted calls for stronger law enforcement measures and stricter immigration controls to prevent similar incidents. As the legal process unfolds, the case will serve as a reminder of the critical role of federal agencies in ensuring public safety and maintaining the rule of law across borders.