Guyanese Man Jailed for Illegal U.S. Re-Entry

Favio Rodas Cardona sentenced to 12 months in prison after pleading guilty to charges.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 8:06pm

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Favio Rodas Cardona, a 32-year-old man from Guyana, was sentenced to 12 months in prison for illegally re-entering the United States after being previously deported. Cardona had also been indicted on sexual abuse charges in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania.

Why it matters

This case highlights the challenges of immigration enforcement and the legal consequences for individuals who violate U.S. immigration laws by illegally re-entering the country after being deported.

The details

Cardona pleaded guilty to the illegal re-entry charge and was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Malachy E. Mannion. In addition to the prison term, Cardona was also indicted on separate sexual abuse charges in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania in November 2025.

  • Cardona was arrested in November 2025 on the sexual abuse charges in Lebanon County.
  • Cardona pleaded guilty to the illegal re-entry charge and was sentenced on Wednesday, April 2, 2026.

The players

Favio Rodas Cardona

A 32-year-old man from Guyana who illegally re-entered the United States after being previously deported and was sentenced to 12 months in prison.

Brian D. Miller

The U.S. Attorney who announced Cardona's sentencing.

Malachy E. Mannion

The U.S. District Judge who sentenced Cardona to 12 months in prison.

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The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of strong immigration enforcement and the legal consequences faced by those who violate U.S. immigration laws, even after being previously deported.