Chicago ICE Detains Man Arrested in Wisconsin for Child Neglect, Plans Removal to Honduras
CHICAGO — A man identified as Lucio Manchame-Ramos has been taken into custody by ICE Chicago officers after he was arrested in Wisconsin for allegedly neglecting a child under six years old, according to a statement from immigration officials.
Federal authorities confirmed that Manchame-Ramos was previously ordered removed from the United States in February, and his recent criminal arrest led to immediate action from immigration enforcement officers.
Local Arrest in Wisconsin Led to Federal Action
Manchame-Ramos was reportedly arrested by local police in Wisconsin on charges tied to child endangerment or neglect, though full case details remain limited due to the child’s age and privacy protections. Following that arrest, ICE was alerted due to his outstanding immigration status.
According to the agency’s report, ICE Chicago took custody of Manchame-Ramos shortly after his arrest and has prepared removal proceedings. He is currently being held in detention as deportation officers finalize plans to return him to Honduras, his country of origin.
Ongoing Focus on Public Safety
ICE stated that cases like this underscore their continued focus on prioritizing individuals who pose a risk to public safety, particularly when there are prior deportation orders involved.
“This case highlights ICE’s commitment to enforcing immigration law while working alongside local law enforcement,” an agency spokesperson said. “Our deportation officers are prepared to carry out his removal in accordance with federal regulations.”
Background on ICE’s Operations in Chicago
The ICE Chicago Field Office oversees immigration enforcement across the Midwest, often coordinating with local law enforcement agencies to track individuals with active warrants, deportation orders, or criminal charges. The agency has recently increased its public transparency regarding high-priority cases like this one.
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