ICE arrests five noncitizens with convictions for sexual assault, strangulation, drug distribution
Apr 24, 2026
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested five individuals on Wednesday with prior convictions for serious crimes including sexual assault, lewd acts with a child, assault by strangulation, and methamphetamine distribution, as part of enforcement actions during National Crime Victims Week. The arrested individuals were nationals from Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador. DHS noted these cases represent a small portion of overall border encounters and directed victims to the VOICE Office for assistance.
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