MS-13 Gang Member Found in Riviera

Kleberg County Attorney's Specialized Crimes and Narcotics Task Force

RIVIERA (News Release) - On Monday, July 25, Agents with the Task Force observed criminal activity in the Riviera area. While investigating, a vehicle fled and led Agents on a chase. The fleeing vehicle came to a stop after running into a tree causing several subjects to flee the vehicle.

A resident observed several subjects in a corn field nearby and called police.

With the assistance of Kleberg County Sheriff's Office and Texas Department of Public Safety five undocumented subjects were located and detained. One of the subjects identified as Ronald Enrique Salazar has been identified as an MS13 gang member.

The vehicle was also found to be stolen out of Houston.