"In comments to journalists in Juba, Munoz-Gutierrez said he felt kidnapped when the US sent him to South Sudan. I was not planning to come to South Sudan, but while I was here, they treated me well, he said. I finished my time in the United States, and they were supposed to return me to Mexico. Instead, they wrongfully sent me to South Sudan."
"The US Department of Homeland Security has said Munoz-Gutierrez had a conviction for second-degree murder and was sentenced to life in prison. South Sudan is discussing with other countries the repatriation of the six deportees still in its custody, said Apuk Ayuel Mayen, a spokeswoman for the Foreign Ministry. It is not clear if the deportees have access to legal representation."
South Sudan repatriated Jesus Munoz-Gutierrez to Mexico after Mexican authorities accepted his return and provided assurances he would not face torture, inhumane treatment, or undue prosecution. Munoz-Gutierrez was transferred to the custody of Mexican Ambassador Alejandro Estivill Castro in a smooth and orderly process. South Sudan said he was treated with respect for his human dignity and fundamental rights during his stay in Juba and that the repatriation complied with international law, bilateral agreements, and diplomatic protocols. Munoz-Gutierrez said he felt kidnapped when sent from the United States and expected return to Mexico. The US said he has a second-degree murder conviction and a life sentence. South Sudan is pursuing repatriation of six remaining deportees and the availability of legal representation for them remains unclear.
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