U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Whitefish Station last week arrested five Romanian nationals who were illegally present in the U.S.
The arrests occurred June 20 after agents were called to assist local law enforcement in determining the identification of individuals panhandling in violation of a city ordinance. After further investigation, it was determined the individuals were citizens of Romania and had entered the U.S. illegally back in 2013, according to U.S. Border Patrol officials.
“Border Patrol agents work closely with local law enforcement by providing assistance whenever it’s requested. Our relationship with local law enforcement in northwestern Montana is critical to greater mission success,” stated Spokane Sector Border Patrol Chief Henry Rolon.