Posted on Tuesday, 05.04.10



Man charged in Fla. with alien smuggling

MIAMI -- Federal authorities have charged a Bahamian national in Florida with alien smuggling.

Kelsey James McQueen was arrested Tuesday on federal criminal charges for his alleged role in a smuggling attempt.

Authorities say the vessel Mary Carla left Freeport, Grand Bahamas, last week and was en route to the West Palm Beach area. The boat was intercepted at sea.

The 41-year-old McQueen had his initial court appearance Tuesday in U.S. District Court in West Palm Beach. A detention hearing is scheduled for Monday.

He faces a maximum of 15 years in prison if convicted. Four migrants were also charged in the case and face up to two years in prison.

It was not immediately known if he had an attorney.


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