Sarah Cervera

San Antonio

Broadcast Journalist at KRGV-TV (Weslaco, TX)

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6 arrested at Alamo flea market following ICE operation

2 weeks ago | krgv.com | Sarah Cervera |Lily Celeste

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement confirmed to Channel 5 News that their agents were at the Alamo Flea Market on Sunday. In a statement to Channel 5 News, an ICE spokesperson said six Mexican nationals suspected of being in the country illegally were taken into custody. “One of the individuals had previously been arrested by local law enforcement in August 2023 on charges of attempted capital murder,” the statement said.
ICE: 5 arrested at sexually oriented businesses in Harlingen

2 weeks ago | krgv.com | Sarah Cervera

Five individuals were arrested on Friday after agents with ICE Homeland Security Investigations’ Rio Grande Valley sector conducted operations at three “sexually oriented businesses,” according to a news release. The operation was done in coordination with the Texas and Alcoholic Beverage Commission, and other federal, state, and local law enforcement, according to an ICE spokesperson. All five individuals arrested are facing various charges.
Motorcyclist killed in Mission crash

2 weeks ago | krgv.com | Sarah Cervera

inNews - LocalAn investigation is underway after a motorcyclist died in a Sunday crash, according to the Mission Police Department. The crash was reported Sunday at around 3:30 p.m. at the 2200 block of East Griffin Parkway. According to Mission police spokesman Jorge Rodriguez, the crash involved a motorcyclist and a black truck. The unidentified motorcyclist died at the scene. The scene is active, police said. Channel 5 News has a crew heading to the scene, check back for updates.
Edcouch-Elsa ISD valedictorian graduation speech cut off while speaking on immigration

3 weeks ago | krgv.com | Sarah Cervera

As seen on social media, the moment Edcouch-Elsa High School valedictorian had his microphone go quiet, as he shared his thoughts on immigration. "We know these people, and we know there is not a threat..." Edcouch-Elsa High School Valedictorian Alfredo Campos said during his speech when the microphone was cut off. That moment got almost a million views on TikTok and over 240,000 likes. It happened at Edcouch-Elsa High School's class of 2025 graduation ceremony last week.
Potential trial date set for man charged in 2023 Alamo murder

3 weeks ago | krgv.com | Sarah Cervera

Potential trial date set for man charged in 2023 Alamo murderA trial date is set for a man charged in connection with a 2023 murder. Christopher Lee Soto will face trial on June 16. He is charged with murder in connection with the stabbing death of Brittany Kay Ireland. She was found dead at a mobile home in Alamo. Records show Soto spoke about Satan days before Ireland was found dead. It's possible his trial date could change.
Valley dealerships prepare to replace paper license plates in accordance with new law

3 weeks ago | krgv.com | Sarah Cervera

Starting July 1 in Texas, paper license plates will be no more. They will now be a thing of the past when buying a vehicle. House Bill 718 makes it mandatory for car dealerships to issue metal plates upfront before a vehicle is driven off the lot. "It will be a trial and error type process," General Manager of Mercedes-Benz of San Juan and Vice President of the Valley Automobile Dealers Association Samuel Tijerina said.
Alamo police identify victim in deadly weekend crash

3 weeks ago | krgv.com | Sarah Cervera

Alamo police identify victim in deadly weekend crashKRGV file photo of the crash. A 47-year-old man was identified as the victim in a Sunday one-vehicle crash. Christopher Jude Esparza Cisneros died after the vehicle he was in struck a utility pole on FM 495 and Alamo Road on Sunday afternoon, according to Alamo Police Chief Saul Solis. Cisneros died at the hospital. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Elsa Police Department holding life skills program for teens

3 weeks ago | krgv.com | Sarah Cervera

Teens in Elsa can spend their summer learning life skills thanks to a new program from the Elsa Police Department. The free Teen Life Skills Program will have teens undergo a five-week course to learn about finances, job readiness and communication skills. The free classes are taught by experts in each of the topics. Elsa Police Chief Robert McGinnis said he wants to make sure teenagers have the lessons they need for later in life.
La Villa school board votes to censure trustee following DWI arrest

3 weeks ago | krgv.com | Sarah Cervera

The La Villa ISD Board of Trustees voted Monday to censure one of their own. Yesenia Morales was censured following her Thursday arrest on a DWI charge. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, Morales was arrested shortly after 4:20 a.m. Thursday following a one-vehicle crash near Mercedes on FM 491 and Mile 11. Morales struck a fence and was arrested on a DWI charge after refusing to take a breathalyzer test, according to DPS spokeswoman Sgt. Maria Hernandez.
Vehicle found submerged in resaca near San Benito

3 weeks ago | krgv.com | Sarah Cervera

Vehicle found submerged in resaca near San BenitoA vehicle that was found submerged in water near San Benito on Sunday was registered in Florida, according to Cameron County Sheriff Manuel Treviño. The vehicle was in a resaca on the 29000 block of Ratliff Road. According to Trevino, no one was inside the vehicle when it was pulled out of the water. The vehicle appeared to have been there for several days, Treviño added.