U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Miami, working alongside Florida law enforcement, arrested nearly 800 illegal immigrants in just the first four days of Operation Tidal Wave.
This major, multi-agency initiative marks one of the most aggressive crackdowns in recent memory, signaling a sharp escalation in immigration enforcement consistent with President Donald Trump’s renewed mass deportation agenda.
Fox News obtained exclusive details on several high-profile arrests from the ongoing operation, exposing just how serious the threat posed by some of these individuals is. Among those apprehended:
Jose Sanchez Reyes, a Colombian national convicted of homicide in his home country, had entered the U.S. illegally as a getaway fugitive.
Rafael Juarex Cabrera, an alleged MS-13 gang member from Guatemala, has repeatedly violated U.S. immigration law, having been caught and convicted of felony illegal reentry three times.
In a first-of-its-kind partnership between state and federal partners, ICE Miami and Florida law enforcement arrested nearly 800 illegal aliens this week during the first four days of #OperationTidalWave — a massive, multi-agency, immigration enforcement crackdown.
— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (@ICEgov) April 26, 2025
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Savva Klishchevskii, a Russian national, was found to have an active Interpol Red Notice for vehicular manslaughter, an international alert requesting his arrest.
Aron Isaak Morazan-Izaguirre, a Honduran national linked to the notoriously violent 18th Street gang, has illegally reentered the U.S. twice despite his known or suspected terrorist affiliations.
The arrests reveal the alarming reality that dangerous criminals, including convicted murderers and gang affiliates, continue to exploit America’s porous borders.
Operation Tidal Wave is still underway, with Florida officials actively coordinating with ICE to support Trump’s directive to restore law and order to the nation’s immigration system. Federal officials credited Customs and Border Protection (CBP) with providing “extraordinary support” during the operation, describing the initial results as “highly successful.”
“We appreciate our [Department of Homeland Security (DHS)] partners’ commitment to public safety,” ICE said in a statement posted to X (formerly Twitter), highlighting the teamwork behind the operation’s effectiveness.
This announcement comes amid growing scrutiny over how elements within the judicial system may be undermining immigration enforcement. Just this week, two judges were arrested on charges related to shielding illegal immigrants from federal authorities.
Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan faces charges of obstruction of an official proceeding and concealing an individual to prevent discovery and arrest. She allegedly helped a migrant evade ICE agents.Former Doña Ana County Magistrate
Judge Joel Cano, 68, and his wife, Nancy Cano, 67, are accused of tampering with evidence to protect Cristhian Ortega-Lopez, a suspected member of Venezuela’s violent Tren de Aragua gang.
The arrests of these judicial officials raise serious concerns about the extent of resistance to immigration law enforcement within certain sectors of the U.S. legal system. By allegedly aiding violent criminals, these individuals not only broke the law but also placed communities at greater risk.
Operation Tidal Wave’s aggressive start sends a clear message: under the current administration and Florida’s leadership, harboring illegal immigrants — particularly those with criminal ties — will not be tolerated.
ICE and its partners are demonstrating that they are prepared to confront not just those who break immigration laws, but also anyone — including members of the judiciary — who attempt to obstruct the rule of law.
As the operation continues, officials promise more arrests and a continued focus on removing dangerous individuals from American communities.