In short
- ICE Newark officers arrested Zokhid Zakhidov, 37, in Woodbridge and Khayrullo Payzullaev, 30, in Hamilton, both Uzbek citizens, according to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
- A Department of Justice immigration judge ordered Payzullaev detained July 21, as reported by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
What happened
ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations Newark officers arrested Zokhid Zakhidov in Woodbridge and Khayrullo Payzullaev in Hamilton on Aug. 23. Both men, Uzbek citizens, were apprehended as part of a nationwide effort to address fraudulent commercial driver’s license practices.
Zakhidov was found with a New York commercial learner permit and has a criminal history including a conviction for driving while intoxicated on May 15. Payzullaev possessed a non-domiciled Pennsylvania commercial driver’s license and was ordered detained by a Department of Justice immigration judge in Philadelphia on July 21.
Every day, ICE officers in New Jersey are dedicated to identifying, arresting and removing individuals who are unlawfully present and who endanger the American people.
In numbers
- 37 Age of Zokhid Zakhidov
- 30 Age of Khayrullo Payzullaev
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What compliance teams should check
- Review commercial driver’s license records for New York and Pennsylvania for links to Zokhid Zakhidov and Khayrullo Payzullaev.
- Check pending charges for assault with intent to cause physical injury and harassment dating back to Jan. 26 for Zokhid Zakhidov.
- Verify detention orders from Department of Justice immigration judge in Philadelphia dated July 21 for Khayrullo Payzullaev.
Why it matters
This story highlights the risks posed by fraudulent commercial driver’s license practices and the importance of robust enforcement actions. Compliance officers must be vigilant in monitoring CDL records and verifying the legitimacy of operators, especially those with criminal histories or immigration violations. The partnership between DHS and the Department of Transportation underscores the need for cross-agency cooperation to prevent illegal activity and protect public safety, making it crucial for compliance teams to stay updated on enforcement actions and typologies.
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