Secretary Vega outlines strategies to combat crime and enhance public safety in Puerto Rico

The recent government meeting focused on the nomination of Alexis Torres as Secretary of the Department of Public Security. During the session, Torres shared his extensive background and qualifications, highlighting his commitment to addressing crime and violence in Puerto Rico.

Torres began by recounting his early life, where he worked various jobs from a young age, including delivering newspapers and selling food at local games. He emphasized his public school education and his military service in the United States Army during the first Iraq conflict. After returning to Puerto Rico, he pursued a career in customs, eventually rising through the ranks to hold significant leadership positions within the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

His experience includes overseeing operations across multiple countries in the Western Hemisphere and managing a substantial budget while leading initiatives aimed at reducing violent crime and drug trafficking in Puerto Rico. Notably, he led the operation "Resistencia Garibeña," which resulted in numerous arrests and was recognized by the Department of Homeland Security for its effectiveness.

In his new role, Torres expressed his dedication to reorganizing and modernizing the Department of Public Security to effectively tackle the pressing issues of crime and emergencies facing the island. His nomination reflects a strategic move to leverage his extensive operational experience for the benefit of public safety in Puerto Rico. The meeting concluded with a sense of optimism regarding Torres's potential impact on the department and the community.