Ice pleads with gov. Spanberger to surrender man accused of attempted sexual assault in virginia

ARLINGTON, VA — A woman waiting for a rideshare in Arlington was able to escape an alleged early-morning sexual assault attempt, leading to the arrest of Luzvin Garcia Moran and a federal immigration detainer aimed at keeping him in custody. The April 12 incident prompted charges that include attempted sexual assault, abduction with intent to defile, and assault.

ICE is officially asking the Spanberger administration to release him into ICE custody and not to set him free.

Garcia Moran, 28, a Guatemalan national, was arrested by the Arlington County Police Department shortly after the attack. ICE officials confirmed they lodged a detainer with the Arlington County jail on April 20, requesting notification before any potential release.

Victim Escapes After Street Encounter Turns Violent

According to Arlington County police, the victim had been waiting for a rideshare when Garcia Moran approached and began speaking to her. When she attempted to walk away, investigators say he followed her, made sexually explicit remarks, and then physically assaulted her.

Police allege Garcia Moran grabbed the victim, pushed her against a wall, and continued the attack even after she initially broke free. The situation escalated until two bystanders heard her calls for help and intervened, prompting the suspect to flee.

Responding officers located Garcia Moran nearby and took him into custody.

Charges and Prior Arrest History

Garcia Moran now faces multiple charges tied to the incident, including:

Abduction with intent to defile
Sodomy by force or against a helpless victim
Assault

Records indicate he has prior encounters with law enforcement between 2020 and 2026, including charges for public intoxication, assault and battery, disorderly conduct, attempting to disarm a law enforcement officer, and probation violations.

Immigration Detainer Filed

ICE officials confirmed Garcia Moran entered the United States without inspection at an unknown time and location. Following his arrest, the agency issued an immigration detainer requesting that local authorities hold him for potential transfer into federal custody.

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Key Points
• Luzvin Garcia Moran arrested April 12 after attempted sexual assault in Arlington
• Victim escaped and bystanders helped alert police, leading to quick arrest
• ICE lodged detainer April 20 seeking custody after local case
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Case Moves Through Local and Federal Systems

The criminal case will proceed in Virginia courts, where prosecutors must prove the charges tied to the alleged attack. At the same time, the immigration detainer ensures federal authorities remain involved in the case.

Such detainers do not override the criminal process but can affect what happens after local charges are resolved.

Current Status

Garcia Moran remains in custody in Arlington County as his case moves forward. Court proceedings will determine the outcome of the charges, while ICE has indicated it intends to take custody depending on how the case is resolved.

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