Child Molester Caught Crossing U.S.-Mexico Border Illegally

Border Patrol Agents arrested a Mexican national who had been convicted and deported years ago

U.S. Border Patrol agents arrested a convicted child molester who had previously been deported and  was attempting to illegally re-enter the U.S.

Eduardo Martinez-Canizal, 38, was arrested around 11:30 a.m. Monday after he crossed into the U.S. illegally near Jacumba in the eastern section of San Diego County.

Martinez-Canizal, a Mexican national, was with another Mexican national when the two men were intercepted by U.S. Border Patrol.

While processing the men, agents said they soon realized Martinez-Canizal had been convicted of fourth degree assault with sexual motivation in Washington state in 2004.

He had also been deported in 2005.

Martinez-Canizal faces charges of felony re-entry after deportation. He's currently in the custody of the Department of Homeland Security. 

Keep up to date on breaking news: Download our improved iPhone app, follow us on Twitter @nbcsandiego, fan us on Facebook, sign up for our breaking news e-mail alerts or text SDBREAKING to 622339 to receive text messages for local breaking news. (For more info, text HELP. To end, text STOP. Message and data rates may apply.)

Contact Us