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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 25, 2026Miami-Dade

U.S. Customs and Border Protection arrests Key West resident Luis Manuel Aviles

Federal agents arrested Luis Manuel Aviles, a 48-year-old handyman and father of a U.S. Navy sailor, in Key West. Authorities stated the arrest occurred because Aviles entered the country illegally in 2006, noting that his work permit does not grant legal immigration status.

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Why It Matters

The case highlights the distinction between work authorization and legal immigration status, and the federal government's policy regarding the enforcement of immigration laws against family members of military personnel.

Key Facts

  • Luis Manuel Aviles, 48, was arrested by U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Key West.
  • Aviles is a Nicaraguan national who has lived in the U.S. for 19 years.
  • Federal authorities state Aviles entered the U.S. illegally in 2006.
  • The Department of Homeland Security stated that a work permit does not grant legal immigration status.
  • The Department of Homeland Security stated that having a family member in the military does not grant immunity from immigration law enforcement.
  • The 'parole in place' program exists for military families to seek legal status, but it is not automatic or guaranteed.

Who's Mentioned

otherUSS Lincoln“U.S. Navy ship where the son is deployed”locationNicaragua“Country of origin for Luis Manuel Aviles”personLuis Manuel Aviles“48-year-old handyman arrested by CBP”organizationU.S. Customs and Border Protection“Federal agency that performed the arrest”personJoshua Aviles“Son of Luis Manuel Aviles, serving on the USS Lincoln”organizationDepartment of Homeland Security“Federal department providing statement on enforcement policy”locationKey West“Location of the arrest and residence”personArgelia Aviles“Wife of Luis Manuel Aviles”personLuis Aviles Jr.“Son of Luis Manuel Aviles”