It is estimated that as many as 4.000 of the 125.000 Cubans who entered the United States during the 1980 Mariel Boatlift were criminals released from prisons and psychotics released from mental hospitals. In the Atlanta penitentiary alone. there are an estimated 1.050 of these "hardcore" criminals. According to J. Paul McGrath. Assistant Attorney General in charge of the Civil Division. these Cuban criminals have admitted committing in Cuba over 50 murders. over 20 rapes. over 30 arsons. over 600 roberies and thefts. and many other crimes. It was reported in August of this year that released Mariel refugees have subsequently been convicted of 3 murders. 165 assaults. 39 weapons possessions. 10 rapes. and numerous other crimes. On July 7. 1983. U.S.
Identified stereotypes
Generalization that a significant portion of Cuban immigrants from the Mariel Boatlift were criminals.