Miguel Ochoa Caraveo/Mexico/Conspiracy to Transport Illegal Aliens for Profit

ICE New Orleans arrested Miguel Ochoa Caraveo, a citizen and national of Mexico, on July 11, 2025, following his identification as a removable noncitizen based on his involvement in human smuggling activities in the United States. According to ICE records, Ochoa Caraveo has been convicted of conspiracy to transport illegal aliens for profit, a federal offense that involves coordinating, planning, or executing operations to move individuals unlawfully into or within the United States in exchange for financial gain. Such offenses are considered serious violations of immigration and criminal law due to the inherent risks posed to the individuals being smuggled and the broader implications for border security and public safety.

Participation in human smuggling operations can expose migrants to dangerous conditions, including hazardous travel routes, exploitation, or abuse by criminal organizations. Convictions for conspiracy to transport illegal aliens often reflect an individual’s role in managing or facilitating these illicit networks, whether through logistical support, transportation, housing arrangements, or financial transactions tied to smuggling activities.

Details regarding the precise location, circumstances, or timeline of Ochoa Caraveo’s most recent arrest have not been disclosed in publicly available ICE statements. No further charges beyond the conspiracy conviction were listed in records concerning his criminal history. As of the latest report, Ochoa Caraveo remains in ICE custody pending further immigration proceedings to determine his future status in the United States.