Carlos Perez-Perales/Mexico/Distribution and Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine

ICE New Orleans arrested Carlos Perez-Perales, a citizen of Mexico unlawfully present in the United States, during a focused operation to remove dangerous criminal offenders from local communities. Perez-Perales, 35, was apprehended in Louisiana after ICE officials confirmed both his illegal immigration status and his significant criminal record, which centers on narcotics trafficking activities that pose major risks to public safety.

Perez-Perales has a serious felony conviction for distribution and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, a powerful and highly addictive stimulant drug known for its devastating impact on individuals and communities. According to court records, Perez-Perales was found guilty of distributing substantial quantities of methamphetamine, leading to a federal prison sentence of 60 months. His drug activities were linked to organized networks that often fuel other criminal enterprises, including violence, property crimes, and human trafficking.

Authorities note that Perez-Perales’s arrest reflects a pattern seen among criminal drug traffickers who exploit illicit channels to profit from the sale of dangerous substances. Methamphetamine trafficking is particularly troubling due to its wide availability, low cost, and devastating physical and psychological effects on users.

Following his arrest, ICE officers transferred Perez-Perales to secure detention, where he will remain pending proceedings before an immigration judge. Because of his felony conviction and significant threat to public safety, Perez-Perales’s case has been prioritized for removal from the United States to prevent further criminal activity.