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Oklahoma troopers, ICE detain 120 illegal immigrants in three-day interstate enforcement sweep

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Oklahoma troopers, ICE detain 120 illegal immigrants in three-day interstate enforcement sweep

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Officials from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Oklahoma Highway Patrol recently arrested more than 100 illegal immigrants in a three-day crackdown.

In an Oct. 6 statement, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said that the operation targeted “threats to public safety along I-40 in Oklahoma.” It took place between Sept. 22 and Sept. 25.

“ICE ran records checks on foreign-born nationals that OHP encountered during patrol,” the DHS’s statement said. “As a result, 120 illegal aliens were taken into custody for immigration violations, 91 of which were operating a commercial motor vehicle with commercial driver’s licenses (CDL).”

OKLAHOMA GOV. STITT, ICE BUST 120 ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS IN HIGHWAY CRACKDOWN, SLAMS BIDEN BORDER FAILURES

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Among the 120 suspects, past convictions included DUIs, illegal re-entry into the U.S. and money laundering, as well as human smuggling and assault.

ICE and Oklahoma Highway Patrol officials arrested 120 illegal immigrants in a three-day operation along I-40. (Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

Some of the illegal immigrants were also convicted of conspiracy to distribute cocaine and possession of a controlled substance.

Two suspects were also arrested in connection to a nearby cannabis grow site.

In a statement, ICE Deputy Director Madison Sheahan said that the suspects had “no business operating 18 wheelers on America’s highways.”

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Federal and state officers targeted commercial truck drivers during a multi-day immigration enforcement sweep in Oklahoma. (Getty Images)

“Our roads are now safer with these illegal aliens no longer behind the wheel,” said Sheahan.We encourage more state and local law enforcement to sign 287(g) agreements to help remove public safety threats and receive reimbursement funds available to our law enforcement partners.” 

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The arrests came just weeks after a suspect, who was deported several times before, allegedly caused a DUI-related crash in California.

The DHS described the Oklahoma operation as part of a broader effort to address threats on major freight routes. (Alex Wong/Getty Images)

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Norberto Celerino, 53, faces six counts of murder in relation to the Sept. 7 crash. He is accused of driving under the influence in Napa County.

Fox News Digital’s Adam Sabes contributed to this report. 

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Man found stabbed to death in Huntington Park

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Man found stabbed to death in Huntington Park

A man was found stabbed to death in Huntington Park early Sunday morning, authorities said.

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department homicide investigators are assisting the Huntington Park Police Department with the investigation after the deadly stabbing was reported around 12:03 a.m. in the 3500 block of Florence Avenue.

Officials said the victim, described only as an adult man, was pronounced dead at the scene.

No information about a possible suspect or the circumstances leading up to the stabbing was immediately released.

  • Police investigate a fatal stabbing in the 3500 block of Florence Avenue in Huntington Park.
  • Police investigate a fatal stabbing in the 3500 block of Florence Avenue in Huntington Park.
  • Police investigate a fatal stabbing in the 3500 block of Florence Avenue in Huntington Park.

The investigation remained ongoing Sunday morning.

Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500.

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Anonymous tips can be submitted to L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers by calling 800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at lacrimestoppers.org.

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$50,000 reward offered in 2019 Koreatown killing; family still seeks answers 7 years later

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,000 reward offered in 2019 Koreatown killing; family still seeks answers 7 years later

Juan Cuevas, 26, was shot and killed near Beverly Boulevard and St. Andrews Place in Koreatown in January 2019. Seven years later, his parents, Cesar and Patricia Cuevas, returned to the neighborhood this weekend to hang flyers, hoping someone will provide information about the unsolved killing.

In March, the Los Angeles Police Department announced a $50,000 reward for details leading to the suspect’s identity, arrest and conviction.

The killing remains unsolved and the suspect has not been identified. Juan was the oldest of four children and the only son in his family. He also worked for the family’s plumbing business with his father, Cesar.

“He was my partner,” Cesar said. “He used to work with me all the time.”

Surveillance video obtained by the Los Angeles Police Department captured the moments before and after the shooting. Investigators reported that a dark-colored Honda Accord pulled up just after 10:20 p.m. the night of the incident. A passenger then exited the vehicle, approached Juan and opened fire. Another camera recorded Juan running into a nearby liquor store in search of help. He collapsed inside and was taken to the hospital, where he later died.

The family said that it continues to experience profound grief over Juan’s death. The family has set up a GoFundMe page in hopes of raising awareness of the case.

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“We are dying together,” Cesar said. “The time is coming and going and we are dying together.”

Juan’s mother said that her son’s death is an ongoing struggle.

“So far we haven’t had any answers,” Patricia said. “Seven years. It hasn’t been easy for our house, our family, living with this in our hearts, knowing that person is around.”

The family noted that multiple detectives have been assigned to the case over the years, but they feel they have received limited information about the investigation.

“It was my only son,” Cesar said. “I got three daughters. It was my first son and we haven’t heard anything from the police.”

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The family said that investigators seem overwhelmed handling the case.

“All they say is, ‘We have so many cases we have to work on,’” Cesar said. “‘Yours is on our list, but we have a lot to work on,’ and that’s their answer.”

In their search for answers, the Cuevas family reached out to people who knew Juan, but they said no one has been willing to talk.

“Nobody has said anything,” he added. “Too many people say ‘I know your son’ and nobody wants to say anything.”

The family hopes the recently announced $50,000 reward will bring renewed attention to the case. Watch the full report from KTLA’s Jillian Smukler in the video at the top of this story.

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All facts in this report were gathered by journalists employed by KTLA. Artificial intelligence tools were used to reformat information into a news article for our website. This report was edited and fact-checked by KTLA staff before being published.

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Motorcyclist killed by hit-and-run truck driver in Sun Valley

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Motorcyclist killed by hit-and-run truck driver in Sun Valley

A truck driver was arrested for a hit-and-run crash that killed a motorcyclist in Sun Valley.

The Los Angeles Police Department identified the suspect as Edvard Gyulnazaryan, 64, of Glendale.

On May 28, police responded to the crash near Bradley Avenue and Tuxford Street around 4:20 a.m.

Gyulnazaryan was driving a semi-truck when he made a left turn onto a private property. 

A motorcyclist was killed in a hit-and-run crash near Bradley Avenue and Tuxford Street in Sun Valley on May 28, 2026. (Google Maps)

A motorcyclist from behind attempted to pass on the left side of the truck during the turn and was struck by the vehicle.

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Gyulnazaryan continued driving and did not stop to check on the motorcyclist, police said.

The biker was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics. His name is being withheld pending identification and notification to next of kin.

Police said Gyulnazaryan returned to the scene hours later and was taken into custody. He was booked at the Van Nuys jail for felony hit-and-run causing death.

“Motorists are reminded that if they become involved in a collision, they should pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to do so, notify emergency services, and remain at the scene to identify themselves,” LAPD said.

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to call Detective Ramirez at 818-644-8025 or Officer Reyes at 818-644-8114. 

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During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-527-3247. Anonymous tips can be provided to L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at lacrimestoppers.org.

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