Houston Woman Arrested for Alleged Immigration Scam Operated from Taco Truck

Immigration Scam Operation

• 🚨 A woman in Pasadena, Houston, has been arrested for allegedly defrauding families by promising to expedite their immigration cases.
• 💡 The scam was reportedly operated out of a taco truck, with the accused posing as an immigration agent.
• 💰 Victims were charged between $10,000 and $12,000 for services that were never rendered.

Victim's Experience and Threats

• 😨 One victim came forward after feeling increasingly unsafe, particularly when a car began following her while she was dropping her children at school.
• ✈️ The accused allegedly told a victim to pick up paperwork in Mexico, and when the victim demanded her money back upon discovering the paperwork was not provided, she was threatened.
• 🔗 Threats reportedly included mentions of connections to the US government, the Mexican government, and even the cartel.

Wider Investigation and Red Flags

• 📈 Pasadena police believe there are multiple victims, with some cases dating back to 2023, and victims found across Texas, including Austin.
• ⚠️ Immigration experts warn that legitimate officials will not proactively contact individuals offering to expedite cases for payment.
• 🤝 The Pasadena Police Department is urging anyone who may have been a victim, regardless of their immigration status, to come forward.