Sonia Natera-Mancillas/Mexico/Smuggling Aliens

Sonia Natera-Mancillas, a citizen of Mexico, was arrested by ICE New Orleans during an enforcement action in the field office’s area of responsibility. According to the case summary, her record includes a conviction for smuggling aliens, for which she received a 16-month prison sentence. The conviction predates this arrest and is listed in the file reviewed by officers at the time of apprehension.

The smuggling offense reflects conduct involving the unlawful transportation or facilitation of people entering or remaining in the United States contrary to law. Case notes identify the conviction as a completed criminal matter, separate from current immigration processing. No additional convictions were announced in the arrest notice beyond the smuggling count, and no new charges were detailed in the summary released with this action.

Following the arrest, Natera-Mancillas was transferred to federal custody while immigration proceedings move forward. Upcoming steps will include a determination of custody status, scheduling of appearances, and coordination with any courts associated with prior cases. Further updates will be reflected in public dockets and agency records as filings occur, including any determinations related to bond, detention, or removal scheduling.