28 illegal aliens arrested in North Carolina worksite enforcement operation — aggravated identity theft and other federal crimes suspected

X ^ | 06/30/2025 | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

[DFG]

28 illegal aliens arrested in North Carolina worksite enforcement operation — aggravated identity theft and other federal crimes suspected.

2 other subjects arrested on state charges and numerous documents seized in this ongoing investigation.

Details: https://ice.gov/news/releases/ice-executes-federal-search-warrant-buckeye-fire-equipment-company

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TOPICS: Government
KEYWORDS: aliens; crime; ice; illegals; nc; northcarolina

[mass55th]

Rand Paul says that illegals who came here illegally and broke the law, should be allowed to stay as long as they haven’t committed anymore crimes. This is a prime example of why Rand Paul is stuck on stupid.

[Omnivore-Dan]

I know Walmart hires illegals. I sometimes shop in one for cheap stuff and asked workers where to find things. Some of them hardly speak any English, or poorly at best. One guy was actually a security worker. He had the balls to try and grab my receipt as if I was trying to steal something. I told him I worked for ICE and I took my phone out of my pocket and pointed it at him like I was taking his picture. He turned around and quickly walked away.

[ProtectOurFreedom]

"Identity Theft" vs. "Aggravated Identity Theft"

Identity Theft is the unlawful acquisition and use of someone's personal information, such as their name, Social Security number, or credit card details, typically for financial gain, without their consent. It covers actions like opening fraudulent accounts or making unauthorized purchases.

Aggravated Identity Theft is a more serious federal offense under 18 U.S.C. § 1028A. It occurs when identity theft is committed in conjunction with another felony, such as wire fraud, mail fraud, or certain immigration or financial crimes. Here are the key differences:

• Predicate Crime Requirement: Aggravated identity theft requires the identity theft to occur during and in relation to a specific felony listed in the statute (e.g., bank fraud, passport fraud). Regular identity theft does not need this additional crime.
• Mandatory Sentencing: Aggravated identity theft carries a mandatory consecutive sentence of 2 years in prison (or 7 years if the predicate crime involves terrorism), added to any sentence for the underlying felony. Regular identity theft penalties vary (up to 7 years under 18 U.S.C. § 1028), but there is no mandatory minimum.
• Intent and Scope: Aggravated identity theft requires knowingly transferring, possessing, or using someone's means of identification (like a Social Security number) without lawful authority. It often involves more deliberate or complex schemes tied to the predicate felony, whereas regular identity theft can be simpler, like using a stolen credit card.

[central_va]

R Paul is a lune.

[central_va]

Too bad it’s not 2800.
Wages in construction just went up.

[HYPOCRACY]

Oh no Joe Rogan will be upset. I bet he’d also be upset if someone stole his SSN and identity.

[jmacusa]

In the hospital I work in I recently had some Latino mutt pointing at a automatic door in a hallway I was going through and saying something in Spanish in a way as if I was supposed to understand what he was saying.

Even though I can speak passable Spanish the look on this aholes face as if he were demanding a response made me want to punch his lights out.

I just ignored him.

[Vaduz]

Indeed their being here is their first crime America is their pot of gold at the end of the rainbow for easy pickings and hand outs.

[tennmountainman]

Send them to the NEW Gator Camp in FLA before they are deported.

[WashingtonSource]

I think you mean loon.

[central_va]

That too.

[Omnivore-Dan]

I have no problem with LEGAL immigrants. My mother came from France and went through Ellis Island. She was declared a U.S. citizen after being here legally for 5 years. She had to brush up on her English and learn a bit about American history which she mostly knew from school in France. She was proud to become an American married to an American veteran of WW2. But do not come here expecting handouts that hard working taxpayers have to pay for. I have no mercy for illegals. GTFO!

[Libloather]

At least 30 arrested after ICE operation at Kings Mountain business

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/charlotte/news/2025/06/26/multiple-arrests-after-ice-raid-on-kings-mountain-business