Top MS-13 Leader Arrested in Virginia in Major Federal Operation

The 24-year-old Salvadoran national, identified as one of the top three MS-13 leaders in the U.S., was apprehended in Woodbridge, Virginia, as part of a coordinated law enforcement effort.

The suspect, an illegal immigrant from El Salvador, was arrested in Woodbridge, Virginia, approximately 30 miles south of Washington, D.C.
Authorities have identified the individual as one of the top three MS-13 leaders in the United States, responsible for overseeing East Coast operations.
The arrest was part of a federal, state, and local task force operation, showcasing significant interagency collaboration.
The Trump administration has highlighted the arrest as a key victory in its broader strategy to dismantle MS-13 and combat illegal immigration.
The suspect is expected to face charges in the Eastern District of Virginia, with deportation to El Salvador also being considered.