The arrests of the 46 individuals through the Del Rio Border Sector which includes Maverick County highlights the importance of border security.
Del Rio Sector Chief Patrol Agent Austin Skero reported the statistic online on Thursday, February 11.
“46 sex offenders have been arrested in Del Rio Sector since October 1. With final destinations often in the far interior of the United States, these arrests highlight the importance of border security. By protecting the border, we protect America!” wrote Skero.
The Del Rio Border sector has seen an increase of single adult detentions this year as compared to the prior.