The American prosecutor Jeanine Ferris Pirroattorney for the District of Columbia, reported that the Drug Enforcement Administration agent (DEA) MEliton Cordero He was arrested in the Dominican Republic and faces charges of bribery conspiracy and visa fraud.
According to the official statement, the case is part of the federal government’s efforts to combat corruption and protect national security priorities.
“To anyone else wearing a badge, remember who thinks they can undermine our President’s priorities: we will find them,” Pirro warned.
Cordero’s arrest occurs amid a strengthening of immigration control and security measures in the region.
US authorities have reiterated that they will not tolerate illegal practices within their own agencies or among officials who try to take advantage of their position.
