Official account for @hsi_hq field office for Georgia and Alabama.
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HSI Atlanta retweeted
May 27
Seven Indicted in Alleged Prison-Run Drug Network Linked to Cartels
Kilos of Meth, Fentanyl Seized in Homeland Security Task Force Investigation
@GBI_GA @DHSgov @TheJusticeDept @USAttorneys
Read more here ⬇️
justice.gov/usao-mdga/pr/sev…
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May 19
“No one who flees justice abroad and threatens public safety in the U.S. will escape accountability,” said HSI SAC Steven N. Schrank. “Through coordinated efforts, Pernell was apprehended, convicted, and will return to Saint Lucia to face murder charges.”
May 19
Orville Andrew Pernell, an illegal alien from Jamaica charged with murder in Saint Lucia, has been sentenced to federal prison for possession of a firearm by an alien illegally or unlawfully present in the United States.
justice.gov/usao-ndga/pr/ill…
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May 12
“We will not tolerate predators who exploit children and young adults. Our agents and law enforcement partners worked tirelessly across state lines to protect victims and bring offenders to justice,” said Steven N. Schrank, Special Agent in Charge of HSI Georgia and Alabama.
May 7
Florida man sentenced to 50 years in prison for the sexual exploitation of numerous individuals in the northern and middle districts of Alabama.
Read more at: justice.gov/usao-ndal/pr/flo…
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HSI Atlanta retweeted
May 8
👀NC man arrested on federal charges of threatening to kill U.S. Officials in charge of Immigration Enforcement and Policy
Read more at: justice.gov/usao-ednc/pr/nor…
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May 6
HSI is committed to rooting out gangs & criminal cartels from our communities. Working with federal, state & local partners, we’ve stopped the flow of deadly drugs & weapons and sent a clear message: We will relentlessly pursue those who threaten American families. – SAC Schrank
Apr 29
ATLANTA – Servando Corona Penaloza, who is a Mexican illegal alien and Georgia state prison inmate, was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for orchestrating the sale of more than 1,000 kilograms of methamphetamine and fentanyl and the purchase of over 200 military-style firearms that were transported to Mexico for use by Mexican cartels. Fourteen other members of Corona Penaloza’s organization have been convicted and sentenced, with two defendants awaiting sentencing in the coming months. justice.gov/usao-ndga/pr/ill… @NDGAnews @DEAATLANTADiv @ATFAtlanta @HSIAtlanta
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HSI Atlanta retweeted
Mar 19
Five Members of Sex Trafficking Ring Sentenced to Nearly 120 Years in Prison
Sentences conclude case against group that trafficked seven individuals, including two minors
For full press release, visit justice.gov/usao-mdal/pr/fiv…
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ALT Blue border around a tan background with large quotation marks at the top right. Text reads: We hope these sentences provide a measure of justice for the victims and send a clear message that this office, along with our law enforcement partners, will relentlessly pursue those who engage in human trafficking. Kevin Davidson, Acting United States Attorney, Middle District of Alabama. Photo of Acting U.S. Attorney Davidson in bottom right.
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31 Dec 2025
Fair work. Honest pay. Strong economy. HSI Atlanta agents are enforcing the law to protect American workers and businesses from illegal hiring practices.
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20 Nov 2025
HSI's relentless efforts to combat child exploitation protect the most vulnerable among us. Watch this news video highlighting a recent conviction, showcasing the critical impact of our investigations.
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HSI Atlanta retweeted
11 Sep 2025
Today, and every day, our thoughts are with the loved ones of all 9/11 victims.
We especially honor our own special agents whose heroic work following the attack on our nation left them battling health conditions leading to their untimely passing.
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7 Sep 2025
Experience the sights and sounds of the Savannah Worksite operation. Check it out here: tinyurl.com/mr4jbm92
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5 Sep 2025
HSI executed a federal search warrant resulting in 475 arrests of individuals not authorized to work in the U.S. Officials announced the operation today at a press conference in Savannah.
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1 Aug 2025
Today, HSI assisted Baldwin County SO, ALEA & NCMEC in the arrest of Jonatan Campos-Garcia, a Honduran illegal alien, for possession of child pornography in Foley, AL. Thanks to our partners for helping locate and remove this predator from the community.
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24 Jul 2025
🚨BREAKING: The Gulf of America Homeland Security Task Force, with ICE-ERO and FBI Huntsville, apprehended international fugitive Alberto Palla. He is wanted by the Italian government for sexual abuse of a child.
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15 Jul 2025
The Gulf of America HSTF is conducting a law enforcement operation in downtown Foley, Alabama, related to an ongoing criminal investigation.
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15 Jul 2025
🚨 Breaking: HSTF and state & local law enforcement executing federal search warrants across Alabama. The operation is part of an ongoing investigation into multiple federal crimes. There is no threat to public safety. More details will be released as available.
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9 Jul 2025
HSI Atlanta’s Rapid Response Team alongside hundreds of first responders, continues to support the search and recovery efforts in Kerr County, TX while our thoughts and prayers are with the entire community.
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7 Jul 2025
HSI Atlanta's Violent Gang Unit arrested a previously deported alien and validated Surenos 13 Gang Member. This is another example of our ongoing commitment to public safety and community protection.
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26 Jun 2025
HectorBeltran-Ledesma, an illegal alien from Mexico, resisted arrest when encountered by HSI & ERO agents in Roswell, GA. Now he is being criminally charged with illegal reentry AND resisting arrest #ICE #Resistingarrest
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24 Jun 2025
Recently, the Gulf of America HSTF supported NPS at Little River Canyon National Preserve in a safety and motor vehicle compliance operation in Fort Payne, Ala. The operation led to the ID and apprehension of 6 illegal aliens from Mexico, with state and federal charges pursued.
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18 Jun 2025
HSI Mobile in conjunction with @FBIMobileAL , @ATFHQ ,@DEAHQ, @USMS_Mobile @ERONewOrleans @CBP arrested 10 illegal immigrants & recovered 1 unaccompanied minor during worksite enforcement operations in Elberta, AL.
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