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Alexandre R.: Former Brazilian intelligence official detained by ICE after traffic stop

Alexandre Ramagem, 53, Brazil's former intelligence chief living in exile in Florida, was detained after a traffic stop following his conviction and 16-year sentence for a coup conspiracy. Brazil has requested his extradition.

Apr 14, 2026Orlando, FLCountry of origin: Brazil

Alexandre R.: Former Brazilian intelligence official detained by ICE after traffic stop
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Alexandre Ramagem, 53, former head of Brazilian intelligence, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on April 14, 2026, following his flight from Brazil. Ramagem was convicted in September 2024 for his role in a coup conspiracy with former President Jair Bolsonaro, including charges of armed criminal association, attempted coup d'état, and attempted violent abolition of the rule of law, and was sentenced to 16 years in prison. He had entered the United States using a diplomatic passport and was living in exile in Florida when taken into custody following a traffic stop. Brazilian authorities formally requested his extradition in December 2024, and the arrest resulted from collaboration between U.S. and Brazilian law enforcement. He reportedly has a pending asylum request under review.

Timeline

Apr 14, 2026—Ramagem detained by ICE in Florida following traffic stop; collaboration between U.S. and Brazilian law enforcement
Dec 2024—Brazilian authorities formally request Ramagem's extradition from the United States
Sep 2024—Ramagem convicted in Brazil for coup conspiracy and sentenced to 16 years in prison
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