Chia Neng Vue/Laos/Criminal Sexual Conduct

Chia Neng Vue, 43, a citizen of Laos, was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations in collaboration with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Drug Enforcement Administration, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation, and the U.S. Marshals Service. Vue has a prior conviction for first-degree criminal sexual conduct, classifying him as a sex offender. Despite his previous conviction, he remained present in the United States, where he posed an ongoing risk. The coordinated multi-agency effort led to his apprehension in the St. Paul area.

Vue had previously been under law enforcement scrutiny due to his criminal record. His conviction involved serious sexual misconduct, and as a result, he was required to register as a sex offender. In addition to his sexual offense, federal authorities were monitoring him for potential additional criminal activity. Following his arrest, ICE assumed custody and placed him into immigration proceedings. He is now being held while awaiting further actions regarding his removal from the United States.

Vue’s arrest highlights the collaborative work of local and federal law enforcement agencies in identifying and detaining individuals with violent criminal records. His case will proceed through the appropriate legal and immigration channels in accordance with U.S. law.