NORTH CHESTERFIELD, VA – A joint investigation between U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Virginia State Police led to the arrest of a 38-year-old Dominican Republic national accused of selling cocaine out of a local barbershop.
Authorities identified the suspect as Alis Deyvi Goris-Andujar, who was taken into custody Nov. 11 after a brief foot pursuit through North Chesterfield.
Investigators said Goris-Andujar was in the country illegally, having entered the United States at an unknown time and location without inspection or authorization. During a search of his residence, officers recovered an AR-type rifle and a pistol equipped with high-capacity magazines, both of which were in violation of federal law. ICE officials said the weapons and ammunition were seized as evidence.
Goris-Andujar was processed for immigration violations and served with a notice to appear before a U.S. Department of Justice immigration judge. ICE confirmed that he will remain in federal custody while removal proceedings are pending.
“Goris-Andujar represents a significant threat to our Virginia communities that will not be tolerated,” said Robert Guadian, ICE Washington, D.C. Field Office Director. “He was unlawfully in possession of firearms while allegedly selling poison in our community. We will continue to prioritize public safety by arresting and removing criminal alien offenders.”
The arrest was part of a broader enforcement effort targeting individuals engaged in criminal activity while residing unlawfully in the United States. Authorities urged residents to report information about criminal alien activity to the ICE Tip Line at 866-DHS-2-ICE or through the agency’s online form.