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Criminal activities linked to migrant populations include violent crimes, robberies, drug trafficking, and firearm smuggling. Tara recounts specific cases such as the murder of 12-year-old Joselyn Nung in Houston—an incident involving migrants with recent border crossings and previous release paperwork, exemplifying how these systemic failures directly threaten public safety.
She also discusses how gang tattoos—such as the five-point crown or symbols linked to Latin Kings—are used by law enforcement to identify affiliations. Yet, criminals adapt quickly, removing identifiable tattoos or avoiding biometric detection, making interdiction more difficult.