ICE Philadelphia arrests Mexican national with warrant for rape in Pennsylvania

PHILADELPHIA — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Enforcement and Removal Operations Philadelphia and Homeland Security Investigations Philadelphia, IRS Philadelphia and ATF Philadelphia arrested Silvestre Herrera-Vasquez, a 48-year-old citizen of Mexico, in Malvern July 28.

"The arrest of dangerous criminal illegal aliens like Herrera-Vasquez demonstrates ICE’s absolute commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our communities," said ERO Philadelphia Field Office Director Brian McShane. “I commend our partner agencies for continuing to collaborate with ERO in finding, arresting and removing these individuals. By working together, we are able to leverage our collective resources and expertise to apprehend dangerous criminals and uphold the law. Our partnerships are essential in our mission to protect the public and maintain the integrity of our immigration system."

Herrera-Vasquez entered the United States at an unknown date and time.

The Philadelphia Police Department arrested him May 15, 2011, under the alias “Alex Acosta,” for retail theft. He was convicted on Aug. 17, 2011, and fined. On Jan. 10, 2014, the Philadelphia Police Department issued a warrant for Herrera-Vasquez under the alias “Marcos Garcia-Reyes” for strongarm rape.

Herrera-Vasquez will be processed for expedited removal and will remain in ICE custody pending removal proceedings.

Members of the public with information can report crimes or suspicious activity by dialing the ICE Tip Line at 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423) or completing the online tip form.

Learn more about ICE Philadelphia’s mission to increase public safety in our Pennsylvania, Delaware and West Virginia communities on X at @EROPhiladelphia.

Source: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE.gov)