Posing as a Border Agent: Mexican Immigrant Pleads Guilty in Federal Court

Detained Mexican Immigrant Pleads Guilty

Impersonated Federal Agent

Carried Illegal Weapons

A Mexican immigrant living in Southern California was arrested and now faces federal charges after repeatedly posing as a United States Border Patrol agent.

Jaime Ernesto Álvarez González appeared in federal court in San Diego, where he pleaded guilty to identity impersonation, possession of firearms, and illegal presence in the United States.

Authorities stated that the man had been living in the country for years on an expired tourist visa, placing him outside the legal framework.

The case gained attention after details emerged about how he allegedly tried to appear as part of federal law enforcement.

Jaime Ernesto Álvarez González Interfered in Operations and Caused Highway Confusion

Fake Border Patrol Agent Case – Photo: Shutterstock

According to the Border Patrol investigation, Álvarez González wore clothing similar to that used by agents during immigration operations.

Authorities said his goal was to create confusion in the field and avoid inspections that could lead to his own detention.

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On January 8, the defendant followed a federal agent while both were driving black Ford F-150 trucks, creating a moment of uncertainty.

The officer believed the nearby vehicle belonged to another legitimate agent and chose to leave the area to avoid interfering with what he thought was an official operation.

Background and Weapons Discovery

Before that incident, there were already reports linking Jaime Ernesto Álvarez González to unusual behavior, including allegedly insulting real officers and demanding that they leave certain areas.

Due to growing suspicion, an operation led by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement was organized to confront him.

During the intervention, agents discovered that the vehicle had a USBP sticker on the windshield and several accessories reinforcing an official appearance.

They also found radio antennas on the roof, a light bar on the dashboard, a license plate holder labeled “Federal Truck,” and visible handcuffs inside.

Arrest and Legal Process

Jaime Ernesto Álvarez González was arrested on January 14 while wearing clothing similar to that of an immigration agent, including a cap and mask with official-style markings.

After inspecting the vehicle, authorities seized a 9 mm Glock 26 pistol, an Aero Precision Model X15 multi-caliber AR-style rifle, and an Interarms Hellpup 7.62×39 AK-style pistol, along with ammunition.

When confronted, he admitted to being a Mexican citizen living in California with an expired visa, a status that prohibited him from purchasing or carrying firearms.

Now, his legal future will largely depend on the process led by Assistant U.S. Attorney Siddharth Dadhich, as the fake Border Patrol agent case moves forward in federal court, according to La Opinión.