United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Los Angeles has arrested a Nigerian national, Etinosa Osahon, over alleged fraud-related offences.
The agency disclosed this in a statement shared via its official X handle, noting that the 49-year-old suspect was taken into custody on May 21 and is currently facing removal proceedings.
According to ICE, Osahon’s criminal record includes allegations bordering on possession of stolen mail, bank fraud and aggravated identity theft.
The statement said the Nigerian national remained in ICE custody pending the conclusion of deportation procedures.
“ICE Los Angeles arrested Etinosa Osahon, 49, of Nigeria, on May 21,” the agency stated.
It added, “Osahon’s criminal record includes stealing and being in possession of stolen mail, bank fraud, and aggravated identity theft. He is in ICE custody pending removal.”
The agency, however, did not disclose further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the arrest or the duration of his stay in the United States.
The development comes amid ongoing immigration enforcement operations by US authorities targeting individuals with alleged criminal records.