Carlos Ovalle/Guatemala/Homicide, DUI

ICE New Orleans deported Carlos Ovalle, a citizen of Guatemala and an illegal alien previously residing in the United States, following targeted enforcement actions aimed at removing individuals with serious violent criminal convictions. Ovalle, forty-one, was taken into custody by ICE officers after serving his sentences for multiple offenses that endangered lives and demonstrated a blatant disregard for public safety.

Ovalle’s criminal history includes a conviction for homicide—negligent manslaughter involving a vehicle—a grave offense indicating his actions directly led to the death of another individual due to reckless or careless driving behavior. Court documents reveal that Ovalle was operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol when he caused a fatal accident, resulting in irreversible loss and trauma for the victim’s family and the broader community. Such cases underscore how DUI-related offenses can escalate into tragedies that claim innocent lives.

In addition to the homicide conviction, Ovalle has a criminal record that includes prior convictions for driving under the influence (DUI). His repeated disregard for traffic laws and public safety highlights a persistent pattern of risky and unlawful conduct behind the wheel. DUI offenses remain a significant threat nationwide, contributing to thousands of preventable deaths and injuries each year.

At the time of his removal, Ovalle held no lawful status allowing him to remain in the United States and had exhausted available legal avenues for relief. ICE officers conducted his deportation without incident, successfully returning him to Guatemala. Ovalle is now barred from future legal reentry into the United States due to his serious criminal record and multiple immigration violations.