Mohamed Aways Ali/Somalia/Vehicle Theft, Larceny, Obstructing Police

Somali national Mohamed Aways Ali was arrested by federal immigration authorities in Minnesota during Operation Metro Surge. Ali was previously convicted of three counts of stolen vehicle, receiving a stolen vehicle, larceny, and obstructing police. Federal records indicate Ali faces removal proceedings based on his criminal convictions.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement took Ali into custody as part of the enhanced enforcement operation targeting individuals with criminal records in Minnesota. The Department of Homeland Security documented Ali’s criminal history in official statements released to media outlets, identifying him among individuals arrested during the surge. His arrest represents ICE’s focus on removing individuals convicted of property crimes and obstruction offenses from the state.