ICE Newark detains MS-13 member after prison release, citing drug and carjacking convictions
Newark, NJ – Federal immigration authorities have arrested an alleged MS-13 gang member from El Salvador following his release from federal prison, according to officials with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The arrest was carried out by ICE’s Enforcement and Removal Operations unit in Newark.
Officials identified the individual as Luis Calderon-Martinez, describing him as a “criminal illegal alien” who will remain in ICE custody pending removal proceedings. The arrest occurred after his release from federal prison on March 27.
Update: ICE confirms that removal operations will continue in New Jersey despite state leadership opposition.
In a statement, ERO Newark said, “ICE ERO Newark arrested Luis Calderon-Martinez, a criminal illegal alien & MS-13 member from El Salvador, after his release from federal prison on March 27.” The agency added, “This criminal alien will remain in ICE custody pending his removal from the United States.”
Criminal history spans multiple states
Federal officials outlined an extensive criminal record tied to Calderon-Martinez, including convictions across several states. Authorities said the offenses include drug trafficking, violent crime, and other felony-level violations.
ERO Newark stated he was “convicted of felonies including conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine, heroin and cocaine, carjacking, bringing a controlled substance into a prison, hit-and-run, property damage, illegal entry and driving under the influence in New Jersey, Arizona and California.”
Key Points
- ICE Newark arrested an alleged MS-13 member after federal prison release
- The individual will remain in custody pending removal from the U.S.
- Officials cited multiple felony convictions across three states
Removal proceedings expected
ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations is responsible for detaining and deporting noncitizens with final orders of removal or those deemed a public safety concern. Officials did not provide a timeline for Calderon-Martinez’s removal proceedings.
The agency has not released additional details about the length of his federal sentence or the specific case that led to his most recent incarceration.
