U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Boston recently announced the arrest of two illegal immigrants in Massachusetts who have been charged with forcibly raping children, as well as a third individual who was convicted of raping a child in Brazil. One of the suspects, Mynor Stiven De Paz-Munoz, a 21-year-old illegal immigrant from Guatemala, entered the U.S. in 2020 and was later arrested for rape of a child by force, rape of a child, and indecent assault and battery. Authorities in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, released him on bail despite a detainer request from ICE. He remains in custody, awaiting trial. Billy Erney Buitrago-Bustos of Colombia, the second suspect, was arrested for allegedly raping a child by force, statutory rape, and aggravated rape. He failed to leave the U.S. under the terms of his visa and remains in custody after posting bail.
The arrests have raised concerns about the safety of children in New England communities. Acting ERO Boston Field Office Director, Patricia H. Hyde emphasized the importance of prioritizing public safety above everything else. The suspects, Mynor Stiven De Paz-Munoz and Billy Erney Buitrago-Bustos, are accused of committing heinous crimes against children and represent a significant threat to the neighborhoods in which they were living. ICE has thanked law enforcement partners for their cooperation in bringing these individuals to justice and ensuring the protection of children in their communities.
The third suspect, Alexandre Romao De Oliveira, is a foreign fugitive who was convicted of raping a child in Brazil. He entered the U.S. in 2022 after fleeing his home country to evade justice. ICE Boston arrested Romao De Oliveira in Methuen, Massachusetts, following his conviction in Brazil for which he was sentenced to 14 years behind bars. His arrest was made possible through collaboration between ERO Boston, ICE attaché offices globally, and foreign law enforcement counterparts. The case highlights the importance of international cooperation in apprehending fugitives and enhancing public safety through the arrest of dangerous individuals.
Immigrations and Customs Enforcement’s Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston has been working diligently to apprehend illegal immigrants charged with serious crimes such as child rape. Despite challenges posed by local authorities ignoring detainer requests, ICE has made significant progress in bringing suspects to justice. The recent arrests in Massachusetts of individuals accused of forcibly raping children underscore the need for continued enforcement efforts to protect communities from dangerous criminals. Cooperation between law enforcement agencies at local, national, and international levels remains essential in ensuring the safety and security of all residents.
ICE’s efforts to arrest individuals charged with sex crimes, such as child rape, highlight the agency’s commitment to public safety and justice. The successful collaboration between ERO Boston and law enforcement partners in Massachusetts has led to the apprehension of dangerous criminals who pose a threat to society, particularly to vulnerable children. The arrests serve as a reminder of the importance of enforcing immigration laws to prevent individuals with a history of violent crimes from causing harm in communities. By working together, law enforcement agencies can effectively address the challenges posed by criminal activity and protect the well-being of residents in the U.S. and around the world.
