Victor Avila is a retired Supervisory Special Agent with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), under the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). While on assignment in Mexico, Special Agent Avila suffered multiple gunshot wounds and survived a violent ambush by the Los Zetas drug cartel.
Mr. Avila’s harrowing story is one of survival and courage. It tells of his dedication to obtaining justice for his partner, Jaime Zapata, who was murdered just inches away while on assignment in Mexico. Hi character reflects he is an honorable man.
Mr. Avila has been recognized for Excellence in Law Enforcement by the ICE Hispanic Agents Association; and has received The Director's Award for Operation in Plain Sight in Mexico; Homeland Security Investigations Excellence in Public Service Award; The Valor Award by the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA); and many other awards and honors.
Victor Avila is an advocate for border security, immigration reform, human trafficking awareness, and the protection of our sovereignty. He has been featured on FoxNews, i24News, Univision, OANN, and various radio and podcast interviews.
The Rotary Cub of San Saba meets every Thursday at noon. The public is invited to join us at Pepperbelly’s to hear Mr Avila.
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