In a shocking revelation, it has been reported that at least 11 illegal migrants were among the 27 individuals arrested for their involvement in the chaotic scenes that unfolded during the Copa America final in Miami. The Miami-Dade police successfully apprehended Luis Beltran Martinez and Elkin Mayorga, both Colombian nationals, after fans stormed the Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday.

Martinez and Mayorga face charges of battery on a law enforcement officer and trespassing, with Mayorga also being accused of disorderly intoxication and resisting an officer with violence. These individuals, along with nine others facing lesser charges, are currently being held under the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

According to internal documents obtained by The Post, Mayorga had crossed the southern border illegally in Yuma, Arizona, on March 24, 2022, where he was subsequently arrested by border agents. However, he was later released with a tracking device as part of ICE's Alternatives to Detention program. In a puzzling turn of events, Mayorga had the tracker removed less than a month later for reasons that remain unclear.

During the chaos that ensued at the Copa America final, Mayorga allegedly jumped the turnstiles and resisted authorities' attempts to remove him before attempting to flee. Another arrested Colombian national, Argemiro Rodriguez, had crossed the border illegally into Arizona in October 2021. He was released from ICE custody the following month under the pretext of being overweight.

Additionally, Dillan Parra Castro and Brandon Poeda, both Colombian migrants, were also among those arrested at the Copa America final. Castro had crossed the southern border illegally into McAllen, Texas, in July 2021 and was released by ICE two months later. Poeda, on the other hand, entered the United States illegally in July 2022, crossing into California, and was released with a tracking device the following day.

In a surprising twist, amongst those apprehended during the melee were also Colombian Football President Ramón Jesurún and his son, Ramón Jamil Jesurún, who were allegedly involved in a physical altercation with security guards. The unruly fans attempted to force themselves into the stadium gates, leading to a delay of more than 75 minutes.

Chief Public Safety Officer James Reyes expressed gratitude towards the law enforcement teams for their swift response to the challenging situation, emphasizing that public safety was their utmost priority. Despite the efforts of over 800 officers, the stadium still suffered significant damage as fans resorted to desperate measures, including crawling through air vents and jumping over security railings, in their quest to enter the game.

The incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by authorities in addressing illegal migration and ensuring security at major events. As these cases are now under the purview of ICE, further investigations will determine the appropriate actions to be taken against the individuals involved in this egregious display of misconduct.