Helen Pulido Ricon/Colombia/Fraud, Money Laundering, Identity Theft, Larceny

ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Denver arrested Helen Pulido Ricon, a 42-year-old Colombian national illegally present in the United States. Ricon was taken into custody following a targeted enforcement action based on her extensive criminal activity across multiple jurisdictions.

Ricon has been convicted of fraud and faces active charges in several states, including larceny, money laundering, possession of forged documents, identity theft, and driving under the influence. Her criminal activity has spanned both financial and personal identity crimes, reflecting a consistent pattern of illegal conduct. These offenses, particularly those involving document fraud and identity theft, are considered serious due to their impact on victims and the legal system.

ICE officials confirmed that Ricon remains in custody pending the outcome of her immigration proceedings. She has been issued a notice to appear before an immigration judge. Given the breadth of her criminal record and the multistate nature of her offenses, Ricon is considered a high enforcement priority.

Authorities will continue to pursue her removal in accordance with federal immigration law. Ricon is not eligible for release at this time due to the nature of her charges and prior conviction.