us migrant Officials arrested an Indian citizen, Vodela Yashaswi Kottapalli, who faces multiple criminal charges, including alleged sexual assault of a minor, according to authorities. The arrests come amid a surge in U.S. immigration enforcement operations and a general increase in deportations of Indian nationals.
Who is Vodra Yashasvi Kothapalli? Indian man detained over shocking accusations
In addition to charges related to theft and public disorder, Kotapally also faces charges of sexual assault of a minor under 13 years of age. In a statement shared on social media, ice Calling him a “criminal illegal alien from India” and confirming that he has been living in the United States without legal authorization.
“Vodela Yashaswi Kottapalli, an illegal immigrant from India, faces pending sexual assault and theft charges in New Jersey,” ICE said, noting that the charges include shoplifting, public disorder and sexual assault of a minor under 13 years of age.
The agency also released a photo of the suspect, prominently labeled “child rapist.”
Will the United States deport Vodela Yashaswi Kottapalli?
Authorities announced that Kotapally would remain in custody as immigration officials began deportation actions against him.
“We will continue to detain him pending deportation proceedings,” ice said this was an indication that he would not be released throughout the legal proceedings related to his deportation.
Under U.S. law, non-citizens charged with certain criminal offenses, particularly serious crimes involving minors, may be held in immigration detention while the criminal case moves through the judicial system.
