Coast Guard repatriates 32 aliens to Dominican Republic Navy following vessel interdiction off Desecheo, Puerto Rico
An empty makeshift vessel following Coast Guard Cutter Heriberto Hernandez's interdiction of 40 aliens during an unlawful maritime migration voyage off Desecheo, Puerto Rico, June 6, 2026. Cutter Heriberto Hernandez's crew repatriated at sea 32 aliens from this voyage to a Dominican Republic Navy vessel June 7, 2026. (U.S. Coast Guard photo).