U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has deported Jose Eduardo Moran-Garcia, a 28-year-old Salvadoran national and foreign fugitive, to El Salvador. Moran is wanted in his home country on charges of aggravated homicide, displacement of individuals, unlawful groupings, and aggravated robbery. The deportation took place on March 28 through air transport.
ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations Denver Field Office Director Robert Guadian commented on the operation, stating, "Today, justice prevails. The successful removal of this fugitive is a testament to the unwavering cooperation between our nations and the relentless dedication of our law enforcement agencies. This operation sends a clear message — no criminal is beyond the reach of justice."
Moran entered the United States without inspection by U.S. immigration officers at an undisclosed date and location. He was apprehended on October 16, 2023, in Whittier, California, and subsequently transferred to the Denver Contract Detention Facility in Aurora, Colorado, where he remained until his deportation.
The operation was executed with the support of the ERO El Salvador and the Security Alliance for Fugitive Enforcement task force.
ICE encourages members of the public to report crimes or suspicious activities by calling 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423) or completing an online tip form. Further information about ERO Denver’s public safety mission can be found on X, under the handle @ERODenver.
