In a viral TikTok video, Leonel Moreno, an illegal immigrant from Venezuela, boasted about receiving free money from the United States and encouraged other newcomers to take advantage of laws protecting squatters. However, his actions caught the attention of authorities, resulting in his recent arrest.

Moreno, now dubbed the "migrant influencer," crossed into the US illegally in April 2022 through Eagle Pass, Texas. Although he was initially paroled, Moreno failed to attend his scheduled check-in with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). As a result, he was categorized as a preorder absconder and was removed from the Alternatives to Detention program.

The Department of Homeland Security confirmed that Moreno is now in custody, following his violation of program rules. His account on TikTok has also been removed from the social media platform.

Furthermore, Moreno is set to appear in a Florida court in February 2025, but authorities faced difficulties in tracking him down. Initially, he provided an address associated with Catholic Charities in Miami, but sources indicate that he may now have a possible address listed in Ohio.

Meanwhile, in Ohio, another man named Fermin Garcia-Gutierrez is allegedly exploiting gaps in intelligence and taking advantage of the system. Reports reveal that Garcia-Gutierrez has been detained 11 times in the jail under Sheriff Richard Jones in Butler County. Astonishingly, he has used seven different names and three different dates of birth during these incidents.

Sheriff Jones stated that Garcia-Gutierrez has been repeatedly reported and arrested, yet he manages to return successfully. His most recent arrest involved charges of possessing drugs and weapons while intoxicated, along with obstructing law enforcement.

Jones highlighted that Butler County has housed close to 1,000 immigrant inmates with ICE detainers since 2021, emphasizing the persistence of this issue.

It is worth noting that the provided information does not clarify whether there is any direct connection or interaction between Moreno and Garcia-Gutierrez. However, their cases highlight potential loopholes and challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in dealing with individuals exploiting the system.

As both cases unfold, authorities will continue working to enforce immigration laws and ensure the safety and well-being of communities across the United States.