ICE: ICE picks up Dominican criminal suspected of voter fraud

• Pierre-Louis was arrested and transported to United States District Court for arraignment.
• HSI New York coordinated with federal, state and local law enforcement partners in this investigation.

Randy Pierre-Louis, a Dominican Republic citizen and U.S. lawful permanent resident, was charged on October 23 with making false statements related to voter registration and visa fraud. ICE’s Homeland Security Investigations New York led the investigation, resulting in his arrest.

Pierre-Louis, previously convicted of robbery in 1994 and charged with weapon possession in 2012, was taken to United States District Court for the Southern District of New York for arraignment. ICE has lodged an immigration detainer following his arrest.

• Review voter registration records for false statements involving Randy Pierre-Louis.
• Check visa fraud typologies highlighted by HSI New York in this case.
• Monitor ICE’s immigration detainer actions for updates on Pierre-Louis’s status.

This case highlights the importance of verifying the integrity of voter registration and visa processes, as false statements can undermine both electoral security and immigration controls. Compliance officers should be alert to similar fraud typologies and coordinate with law enforcement partners to detect and report suspicious activity. The investigation demonstrates the ongoing commitment of HSI New York to protect the nation’s electoral process, emphasizing the need for robust AML/CFT controls in areas intersecting with public safety and national security.