Venezuela is facing criticism as two Venezuelan illegal immigrants, Johan Jose Rangel Martinez and Franklin Jose Pena Ramos, are facing capital murder charges in the death of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray in Texas. The murder has brought attention to the ongoing block by the US on deportation flights of Venezuelans. Since January, Venezuela has stopped accepting deportation flights from the US and Mexico, while the US is still able to return a limited number of Venezuelans to Mexico. However, flights to Venezuela remain on hold. It is worth noting that overall Venezuelan numbers at the southern border have dropped since last year. The US has been dealing with continued issues related to Venezuelan migrants, including crimes committed by members of the Tren de Aragua gang, which specializes in extortion, kidnapping, murder, and sex trafficking [6a8aa0bb].
The murder of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray in Texas has highlighted the challenges surrounding Venezuelan migrants and the ongoing block on deportation flights. The case has drawn attention to the crimes committed by some Venezuelan migrants and the need for a comprehensive approach to address these issues. The US government's decision to halt deportation flights to Venezuela and the drop in overall Venezuelan numbers at the southern border indicate the complexities of the situation. Additionally, the involvement of the Tren de Aragua gang in criminal activities further underscores the need for effective measures to combat organized crime and protect vulnerable migrants [6a8aa0bb].