Rafael Cardona-Flores/Mexico/Cocaine Distribution

ICE Denver has arrested Rafael Cardona‑Flores, a previously removed criminal alien from Mexico who returned to the United States after serving a significant narcotics sentence. Authorities report that Cardona‑Flores served six years in prison for cocaine distribution, a felony drug trafficking offense reflecting involvement in the illegal drug trade at a serious level.

Following his arrest, officials transferred Cardona‑Flores to immigration detention, where he will remain while arrangements are made to remove him from the United States. His prior removal, combined with the six‑year cocaine distribution sentence, is central to the decision to keep him in custody until deportation can be completed.