Sheyla Jyharem/Mexico/Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine

ICE New Orleans arrested Sheyla Jyharem, a citizen and national of Mexico, on July 11, 2025, following her identification as a removable noncitizen based on a significant drug trafficking conviction in the United States. According to ICE records, Jyharem was convicted of possession with intent to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine, a felony offense under federal law that carries severe penalties due to the quantity of narcotics involved and the potential for broader distribution networks. As part of her sentence, Jyharem was ordered to serve 42 months in federal prison.

Possession with intent to distribute such a substantial amount of cocaine indicates involvement in organized drug trafficking activities and poses significant risks to community safety. The conviction suggests that Jyharem was either directly involved in transporting large quantities of controlled substances or played a role in distributing the narcotics for profit. Federal prosecutors typically pursue cases involving this quantity of drugs due to the serious implications for public health and safety, as well as the potential connections to transnational criminal organizations.

Details regarding the specific location, circumstances of Jyharem’s arrest, or whether additional charges are pending were not disclosed in available ICE statements. As of the latest report, Jyharem remains in ICE custody while awaiting further immigration proceedings to determine her future status in the United States.