BUFFALO, NY — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested a convicted murderer from Mexico earlier this month following his release from a New York state prison, authorities announced Monday.
Noel Hernandez Leon, 50, was taken into ICE custody April 17 after being released from the New York Department of Corrections and Community Supervision at Fishkill Correctional Facility in Beacon, New York. Hernandez had illegally entered the United States at an unknown time and location, officials said.
Key Points
- Noel Hernandez Leon, a convicted murderer, was arrested by ICE on April 17.
- Hernandez was convicted in 1996 of first- and second-degree murder and robbery.
- He is currently detained in Batavia, New York, awaiting removal to Mexico.
Hernandez was convicted by the Kings County Supreme Court on December 11, 1996, of first-degree murder, second-degree murder, and first-degree robbery, and sentenced to 20 years to life imprisonment. An immigration judge issued a removal order for Hernandez on May 26, 1999, while he was still incarcerated.
Following his release, ICE agents detained Hernandez and transferred him to the Buffalo Federal Detention Facility in Batavia, New York.
Hernandez awaits deportation after violent criminal history
Officials said Hernandez is currently awaiting removal to Mexico, although no specific deportation date has been announced. ICE confirmed that Hernandez’s detention complies with standing removal orders.
Authorities did not release additional details regarding Hernandez’s crimes or his illegal reentry into the United States prior to his initial conviction.
ICE moves to enforce removal after prison release
Hernandez’s case highlights ongoing immigration enforcement efforts targeting individuals convicted of serious crimes. ICE stated that the agency remains focused on removing noncitizens who pose threats to public safety.
Further updates regarding Hernandez’s deportation status will be provided as proceedings move forward.
A convicted killer’s release from New York prison led to immediate ICE action and detention pending deportation.