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Florida Operation Tidal Wave Nets 15 Criminal Immigrants

3/17/2026

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On March 9, 2025, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) and U.S. Border Patrol arrested 15 illegal immigrants in Key Largo as part of Operation Tidal Wave.
The operation targeted individuals with histories of serious crimes, including battery, drug offenses, and theft.
Florida officials emphasized public safety and border security and noted that FHP has apprehended over 9,000 illegal immigrants since March 2025, with more than 1,600 having prior criminal records.

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Story summary

On March 9, 2025, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) and U.S. Border Patrol arrested 15 illegal immigrants in Key Largo as part of Operation Tidal Wave.
The operation targeted individuals with histories of serious crimes, including battery, drug offenses, and theft.
Florida officials emphasized public safety and border security and noted that FHP has apprehended over 9,000 illegal immigrants since March 2025, with more than 1,600 having prior criminal records.