Melvin Rodriguez/Honduras/Assault, DUI, Domestic Battery

Melvin Rodriguez, a citizen of Honduras and an illegal alien in the United States, was arrested by ICE New Orleans as part of targeted enforcement actions focused on criminal aliens posing a significant threat to public safety. Rodriguez’s criminal history reveals a deeply troubling pattern of violent and reckless conduct, underscoring the dangers associated with his continued presence in the country.

Rodriguez’s record includes an arrest for kidnapping or false imprisonment—a serious offense involving unlawfully restraining or detaining another person, often using threats, force, or deception. Such crimes frequently result in severe emotional and physical trauma for victims and reflect a blatant disregard for individual liberty and safety.

He has also been arrested for domestic battery by strangulation and separate counts of domestic battery. Strangulation is recognized as an especially dangerous form of assault because it can quickly escalate to life-threatening violence. These arrests indicate a repeated willingness to inflict harm on intimate partners or family members, elevating the risk he poses to the community.

Rodriguez’s history further includes arrests for assault on two separate occasions, demonstrating a continued propensity for violence beyond domestic situations. In addition to these violent offenses, he has been arrested for DUI, showing a disregard for public safety on the roads, and for driving without a license, highlighting his repeated violations of legal norms and regulations.

Rodriguez remains in ICE custody, where he will await immigration proceedings to determine the outcome of his case. His pattern of violent behavior and criminal activity makes his removal a priority for the safety and security of the community.