Amilcar Xona/Guatemala/Child Abuse, Domestic Assault, DUI

ICE New Orleans arrested Amilcar Xona, a citizen and national of Guatemala, on July 11, 2025, following his identification as a removable noncitizen due to multiple criminal convictions in the United States. According to ICE records, Xona has a criminal history that includes a conviction for child abuse, indicating acts of physical harm, neglect, or endangerment directed at a minor. Crimes of this nature are regarded as particularly serious under both criminal and immigration law, carrying severe penalties and significant implications for an individual’s ability to remain in the United States.

In addition to child abuse, Xona has been convicted of domestic assault, reflecting violent conduct within a household or intimate relationship. Domestic assault charges are classified as crimes involving moral turpitude and can heavily impact a noncitizen’s immigration status.

Xona’s criminal record also includes possession of Schedule II drugs, an offense involving controlled substances such as cocaine, methamphetamine, or opioids, which are classified as having a high potential for abuse and dependence. Convictions for drug possession are taken seriously under immigration law and often contribute to removal proceedings.

Further, Xona has been convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) and driving on a revoked license. These offenses demonstrate repeated disregard for traffic laws and public safety, with DUI posing substantial risks of harm to other motorists and pedestrians. Driving on a revoked license indicates continued unlawful operation of a vehicle despite prior legal prohibitions.

Details regarding the specific circumstances, location, or timeline of Xona’s most recent arrest were not provided in publicly available ICE statements. As of the latest report, Xona remains in ICE custody while he awaits further immigration proceedings to determine his future status in the United States.