A group of migrant workers reportedly looted properties after a riot in a washed-out part of Tennessee hurricane helen on Saturday, according to the local sheriff’s office.
Eight people were caught by authorities in Washington County following a devastating flood destroyed houses And led water rescue.
The county Sheriff’s Office said the suspects are accused of committing a robbery in one of the county’s flood zones.
The three alleged men – Jesus Leodon Garcia-Peneda, 51, Josue Berardo Ortiz-Valdez, 30, and Arcee Leonel Ortiz-Valdez, 33 – were charged with theft.
The other five men – Albin Nahun Vega-Rapallo, 24, David Baron Rapalo-Rapallo, 37, Kevin Noe Martínez-Lopez, 25, Marvin Hernandez-Martinez, 43, and Delon Gabriel Guillen Guillen, 37 – were charged with aggravated burglary. Was. Demolishing occupied structures, the sheriff’s office said.
A sheriff’s spokesperson told The Post on Monday that the defendants are migrant workers who are in the country legally on work visas.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement did not immediately have information about the men Monday evening.
The alleged robbers were being held on $20,000 bond and were expected to appear in court on Monday.
It is unknown whether the looting occurred at residential homes or businesses.
Tennessee was one of several Southeastern states hard hit by damaging winds and heavy rainfall. More than 40 trillion gallons of water were lost during the storm.
at least 128 people were killed Due to which this number is likely to increase.
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