Exclusive | Twice-deported illegal immigrant arrested for flying drone in restricted FIFA airspace

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1. 1d ago

   Mexican National Charged in Atlanta World Cup Drone Incident

   Lorenzo Rojas-Martinez faces federal charges for flying a drone in restricted airspace near a FIFA Fan Festival in Atlanta. The Mexican national is a repeat deportee with a prior conviction for cocaine distribution. He faces up to three years in federal prison if convicted.

   What's confirmed:

   • Lorenzo Rojas-Martinez is a Mexican national who flew a drone in restricted airspace near a FIFA Fan Festival in Atlanta.
   • The suspect is a repeat deportee who illegally reentered the United States two times.
   • The FBI and ICE investigated the incident.
   • Four people face federal charges for flying drones into restricted airspace at FIFA World Cup events.
   • The FBI has seized over 400 drones across US host cities.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The suspect has a prior conviction for cocaine distribution.
   • The suspect faces up to three years in federal prison if convicted.
   • Illegal drone operators may face fines of up to $100,000.
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2. 10d ago

   Lorenzo Rojas-Martinez Charged for Drone Flight in Restricted FIFA Airspace

   Federal authorities charged Lorenzo Rojas-Martinez, a Mexican national, after he flew a drone near Centennial Olympic Park on June 12, 2026. The arrest followed an investigation by the FBI and ICE. Rojas-Martinez faces charges for the flight and for illegal reentry after two prior deportations.

   What's confirmed:

   • Lorenzo Rojas-Martinez operated a drone in restricted airspace near Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta on June 12, 2026.
   • Rojas-Martinez was deported twice previously and faces charges for illegal reentry.
   • The FBI and ICE conducted the investigation leading to the federal charges.
   • The TSA reports more than 300 drones have been seized near World Cup sites since June 11.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Law enforcement in Atlanta has taken 42 drones for violating FAA flight restrictions.
   • A Honduran national faces up to three years in prison for flying a drone over Dallas Stadium.
   confidence 95%
3. 13d ago

   Twice-Deported Mexican National Charged for Drone Flight in Atlanta

   Federal authorities charged Lorenzo Rojas-Martinez, a twice-deported illegal immigrant from Mexico, for flying a drone in restricted FIFA airspace. The incident occurred near Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta during a FIFA Fan Festival. This arrest is part of a broader security effort as DHS reports dozens of drones were thwarted during the first few days of the World Cup.

   What's confirmed:

   • Lorenzo Rojas-Martinez was arrested for flying a drone near Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta.
   • The suspect is a Mexican illegal immigrant who had been deported twice and has a lengthy criminal record.
   • Federal prosecutors filed charges against the individual for operating a drone in restricted FIFA airspace during a Fan Festival.
   • The DHS stated that dozens of drones were thwarted in the first few days of the World Cup.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Twenty drones were seized over the course of two matches in Dallas.
   • Eighteen drone violations occurred in North Texas.
   confidence 100%