Merwil Alberto Gutiérrez Flores
Merwil Alberto Gutiérrez Flores is a 19-year-old Venezuelan who has recently been in the news following his transfer to the Center for Terrorism Confinement (Cecot) in El Salvador. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has accused him of being a member of the Tren de Aragua, a criminal organization, citing his criminal record which includes possession of a firearm on school grounds. Merwil was initially detained by U.S. Border Patrol for entering the country illegally in June 2023 but was released under the Biden administration's policies. He was later arrested in New York in February 2025 by ICE agents. His family disputes the claims made against him, and his case has drawn attention from immigrant advocacy organizations.
Born on May 12, 2006 (19 years old)
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Merwil Alberto Gutiérrez Flores is accused of being a member of the Tren de Aragua and has faced multiple legal issues.
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