Two Tied to Fatal Human Smuggling Ring Get Lengthy Sentences

Two Tied to Fatal Human Smuggling Ring Get Lengthy Sentences

Two Tied to Fatal Human Smuggling Ring Get Lengthy Sentences

Two men involved in the deadliest human smuggling operation in modern U.S. history, received lengthy prison sentences Friday, the third anniversary of the operation that led to the deaths of 53 illegal immigrants stuck inside a sweltering tractor-trailer in San Antonio.

U.S. District Judge Orlando Garcia, a Bill Clinton appointee, for the Western District of Texas sentenced Felipe Orduna-Torres to life in prison and a $250,000 fine, and Armando Gonzales-Ortega to 83 years in prison and a $250,000 fine, the Department of Justice said in a news release.

Both were found guilty in March on three counts related to the transportation of aliens within the U.S. resulting in death, causing serious bodily injury, and placing lives in jeopardy.

Read more at Newsmax© 2025 Newsmax. All rights reserved.

Blogs

Fanboy Expo July 11th-13th- Knoxville Convention Center

Fanboy Expo July 11th-13th- Knoxville Convention Center

Don’t miss Tennessee’s Largest Pop Culture Event, Fanboy Expo on July 11th-13th, 2025 at the Knoxville Convention Center. Come see why over 30,000 fans have attended our Summer events featuring Celebrity Guests, Comic Industry Pros, Cosplay, Vendors, Live Entertainment and much more!

Painting with a Purpose! (with McLain’s Painting Service)

Painting with a Purpose! (with McLain’s Painting Service)

Update: Congratulations to Childhelp Tennessee (Knoxville Services)! They have won a fresh coat of paint up $10,000 from Sherman Williams and McLain’s Painting! Thanks to all those who nominated their favorite Non-profits as yet again it was an extremely tough decision with many great candidates! Painting of the Childhelp Knoxville location will take place on July 19th by McLain’s Painting.

There is no custom code to display.

Headlines