Elias Lastre Rojas/Ecuador/Conspiracy to Possess with Intent to Distribute Cocaine

Elias Lastre Rojas, a citizen of Ecuador, was arrested by ICE New Orleans and transferred to federal custody for immigration processing. Case materials reviewed at apprehension identify a U.S. federal conviction for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine. Court records show the judgment predates this enforcement action and that he was sentenced to 120 months in prison, a term he served before the current arrest entry was recorded.

The conviction documents participation in a trafficking operation involving wholesale quantities of cocaine, with the adjudicated conduct centered on possession tied to distribution. No additional convictions or new charges were listed in the arrest notice reviewed at intake. Following custody transfer, standard docketing steps proceed on the immigration calendar to determine custody status and schedule appearances. Any remaining matters related to the prior narcotics case continue in the jurisdiction where they were prosecuted and proceed separately from immigration processing.

Rojas remains detained pending immigration proceedings. Subsequent filings will reflect hearing dates and any rulings regarding detention or bond as the case advances through routine procedures.