U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Atlanta officers arrested a violent criminal alien last week who previously served time for attempted murder and other serious offenses.
Jimmy Hoang, a 65-year-old national of Vietnam, was taken into custody on August 31 during targeted enforcement operations in Georgia.
Hoang has a serious criminal history out of Sioux City, Iowa, where he was convicted of multiple charges, including attempted murder, a weapons offense, assault, and driving under the influence. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison for those crimes and is now facing removal proceedings following his release.
Federal authorities confirmed that Hoang had been residing in the United States unlawfully. He is currently classified as a criminal illegal alien by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, which has prioritized cases involving violent offenders who pose a public safety risk.
ICE officials emphasized that Hoang’s arrest reflects the agency’s continued focus on removing noncitizens with violent criminal records. His conviction for attempted murder marks him as a high-priority target under current immigration enforcement directives.
ICE said the arrest was carried out without incident and followed coordinated efforts with other law enforcement entities. Officials have not disclosed the circumstances surrounding his apprehension or immigration history prior to his criminal convictions.
The agency has increased operations aimed at identifying and removing foreign nationals who have committed serious crimes, particularly those involving violence or weapons. These efforts are part of a broader initiative to ensure public safety through targeted immigration enforcement.
Hoang will remain in federal custody pending the outcome of his immigration case. If a judge upholds ICE’s enforcement action, he will be deported to Vietnam following the resolution of any legal proceedings.
ICE Atlanta continues to prioritize arrests of criminal aliens with convictions that include violent offenses, repeat felonies, or actions that threaten community safety. The agency maintains that such arrests are essential to maintaining the rule of law and protecting American neighborhoods.
