ICE Arrests Honduran National After Dismissal of Serious Charges in Virginia

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Hyrum Baquedano-Rodriguez, a 26-year-old Honduran national, in Fairfax, Virginia, after local courts dismissed serious charges against him, including child abduction and home invasion. Despite the dismissal of these charges, ICE officials cited his extensive criminal record in Virginia—which includes convictions for property damage, disorderly conduct, and indecent exposure involving a child—as evidence that he poses a significant threat to the community. Baquedano-Rodriguez first entered the U.S. illegally in 2018 and was previously released on an immigration bond. ICE has issued a warrant of removal, and he remains in custody pending deportation. The case has reignited debate over cooperation between local jurisdictions and federal immigration authorities, with Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin emphasizing the importance of cross-agency efforts to protect residents. ICE officials reiterated their commitment to prioritizing public safety by arresting and removing criminal offenders from local communities.