On February 11th, ICE officers in Indianapolis apprehended a Venezuelan citizen who was wanted in Chile for kidnapping.
The arrest underscores the joint efforts made by law enforcement agencies both in the United States and abroad to capture and bring dangerous criminals to justice.
“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.”
An individual, whose identity remains undisclosed, unlawfully entered the United States in 2024, evading immigration inspection in Arizona. The Chilean authorities had issued an arrest warrant for him, as he was allegedly involved in a kidnapping case during his stay in Chile.
The suspect is currently in the custody of ICE while awaiting immigration proceedings.
If you have any information about criminal activity or suspicious behavior, ICE strongly encourages you to report it by calling the ICE Tip Line at 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423).
Great 👍 Job ICE! Stay safe and God bless.