In a stunning revelation, federal authorities captured one of the most dangerous illegal alien gang leaders in America near Washington, DC.
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Identified as one of the top three MS-13 leaders on the East Coast, a 24-year-old Salvadoran national was arrested in Virginia following a carefully coordinated operation.
The arrest marks a decisive victory in President Donald Trump’s renewed war on violent criminal gangs that flooded across the open southern border.
The FBI-led operation took place in the Dale City area of Woodbridge, Virginia.
It involved multiple agencies working together, including ICE, ATF, Virginia State Police, and Prince William County Police Department.
Officials described this dangerous MS-13 leader as “the worst of the worst.” He entered the country illegally and rose to a commanding position in one of America’s most brutal gangs.
US Attorney General Pam Bondi observed the operation alongside FBI Director Kash Patel and other high-ranking officials.
She delivered a strong message following the arrest about the administration’s zero-tolerance approach to violent gang activity.
“They [MS-13 gang] are one of the most dangerous gangs in our country, and we are going to fight until they are completely dismantled in Virginia,” Bondi said.
According to sources familiar with the operation, the suspect was recruited into MS-13 at a young age and is linked to several violent crimes.
Founded in Los Angeles in the 1980s by Salvadoran immigrants, the gang has become notorious for high-profile crimes, including killings, kidnappings, and drug trafficking throughout the United States and Central America.
Patel celebrated the arrest as a triumph for law enforcement and public safety across America, saying, “This is what happens when you let good cops be cops.”
The arrest is part of a broader operation targeting violent gang offenders in the Eastern District of Virginia. That initiative has already resulted in 342 arrests in less than a month.
President Trump, who made combating MS-13 a focus during his first term, acknowledged the successful operation in a Truth Social post.
He wrote, “Great job by Pam Bondi, Kash Patel, Tom HOMAN, and Kristi N, on the capture of MS13 leader – A big deal!”
Bondi emphasized that this operation aligns directly with the president’s agenda.
“President Trump’s directive to me when I became Attorney General was to keep America safe and make America safe again,” she stated.
For residents of Virginia and citizens across the East Coast, this arrest represents a significant step toward safer communities.
Interim US Attorney Erik Siebert promised continued action, stating, “We don’t plan on stopping until all of these violent gang members are off of the streets.”
The FBI has recently arrested three individuals from its top 10 most wanted list.
These developments showcase the administration’s commitment to targeting the most dangerous criminals threatening American communities.
