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Politics
Maria Villarroel

Alleged Tren de Aragua Leader Yonaiker Gallegos Arrested in Los Angeles County

An alleged Tren de Aragua leader was arrested in California as the Trump administration continues its efforts to curb down the gang's influence in the U.S.

An alleged Tren de Aragua leader was arrested in Los Angeles County, the Trump administration told Fox News. Yonaiker Gallegos was located by Homeland Security Investigations on April 22. He had been using the name Yonaiker(sic) Rafael Martinez-Ramos, which agents were able to determine the name was likely a fake identity, the outlet added.

Gallegos was in local custody on misdemeanor charges for blank checks and possession of a deceptive government ID. DHS agents confirmed his fake identity after obtaining information about the items in his possession when he was initially arrested.

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