U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers apprehended a Venezuelan citizen in Indianapolis on February 11th who was wanted in Chile for kidnapping.
The arrest highlights the collaborative efforts between U.S. and international law enforcement agencies to apprehend dangerous criminals.
“Thanks to the strong collaboration between U.S. law enforcement and our international counterparts, we were able to apprehend this individual, who has connections to dangerous criminal organizations like Tren de Aragua,” said acting ICE Homeland Security Investigations Chicago Special Agent in Charge Dan Johnsen. “Organized crime groups don’t just pose a significant threat to the communities they operate in but also to the safety and security of countries around the world. Our continued partnership with local, federal and global law enforcement is crucial in dismantling these networks and holding those responsible accountable for their crimes.”
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The individual, whose name has not been released, illegally entered the United States in 2024, bypassing immigration inspection in Arizona. Chilean authorities had issued a warrant for his arrest in connection with a kidnapping that took place while he was residing in Chile.
The suspect is currently in ICE custody pending immigration proceedings.
ICE encourages the public to report any information regarding criminal activity or suspicious behavior by calling the ICE Tip Line at 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423).
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